In court filings, Global Community Communications Alliance call it a high-control religious group with a closed campus. Former members who talked to the Star call it a cult.
Tim Steller
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Tim Steller is an opinion columnist. A 25-year veteran of reporting and editing, he digs into issues and stories that matter in the Tucson area, reports the results and tells you his conclusions. Contact him at tsteller@tucson.com or 520-807-7789. On Bluesky: @timsteller
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