The Martial Arts Essence Mission
(TMAEM)

The Martial Arts Essence Mission (TMAEM) is a worldwide gathering of true Martial artists who live the Martial way and know the essence of the Martial arts. It is comprised of Martial artists holding various ranks from many styles around the world. These loyal members have taken a steadfast stand and vow to put an end to the stigma Martial sports has created through the false marketing as Martial arts and will support the mission in anyway they can. TMAEM also has businesses and organizations that are non-Martial arts related, but who support our mission to spread the truth and share our vision of a more peaceful society.
Current / Special Mission objective: 
To keep the ban on MMA sport (cage fighting) in New York State. The sport has been banned for 13 years in New York. However, with the recent change of Governor and the UFC/MMA promoters promising - $REVENUE$ - to the state, the NEW Governor, David A. Paterson, has bit the carrot and is pushing to have his new proposed bills passed. He does this without listening to the those who are opposed to it, or considering the negative implications it would have on the people of NY and ultimately the nation.
"The man of high station who has courage without
righteousness is a menace to the state;
the common man who has courage without righteousness
is nothing more then a brigand (bandit)."
~ Confucius
We need your support!
"In truth, one hundred right-minded men would be hard to find.
Usually people throw away their lives for the sake of desire,
or they hold their lives dear and cover themselves with shame.
No one knows a hair's tip about right-mindedness."
~ Takuan Soho (Zen Master to Miyamoto Musashi, Shogun & Emperor: 1600s)
Hard to find 400 years ago & especially hard to find now, but we will!!

We are seeking:
Management
‘right-minded’ and intuitive Martial artist who understand Bushido or the Martial way, Mushotoku and about keeping a 50/50 balance. Also those who know what has taken place over the years regarding Martial sports and the national chaos they lays ahead if action is not taken now.
Supporters / Members
Benevolent, righteous, truthful and peaceful people.
(can also be businesses, churches, organizations or foundations.)
Martial artists of any style or rank. Also anyone who understands the importance of inner balance in individuals and the world.
"When bad men combine, the good must associate; else they will fall one by one, an unpitied sacrifice in a contemptible struggle.”
- Edmund Burke :Thoughts on the Cause of the Present Discontents (1770)
"There is only now and then a man under heaven who loves what is right without expectation of reward, or hates what is wrong without fear of consequences."
~ Confucius: The Li Ki (book of rites) bk xxix., v.13
Questions:
Are you righteous, benevolent and also have a strong sense of proper justice?
Are you a Martial artist that truly understands the Martial arts and the proper balance that must be maintained?
Are you a Martial artist that understands fully the positive traits acquired through the Martial arts and the negative traits developed through Martial sports?
Are you a Martial artist that has the courage to stand up for the Martial arts, humanity and against injustice?
Requirements:
Individuals - Must not be involved in MMA sports in anyway or form, including any membership on any internet Martial sport sites.
(such as Bullshido, Martial Talk or any of the other numerous MMA / TKD sport websites)
- Must NOT do any type of Martial sports including: Brazilian Jujutsu, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Judo, Boxing, Greco or regular wrestling.
- Must not compete in tournaments or cage fighting. Also sparring in the school in which a winner or loser is declared.
- Must show loyalty to ‘The Martial Arts Essence Mission” and email how you will vow this loyalty.
(In your own words. This allows mission management to understand each individual on a more personal level.)
Business / Organizations - Must not be related to or sponsoring Martial sports in any way.
Individuals that answered 'yes' to all of the above questions and meet the requirements, please email for membership at:
membership@martialartsessence.com
Use the following as a guide to your email:
Name, address, phone, email, brief Martial arts experience (not a resume), a brief quote regarding the current objective and why MMA sports is bad for the country. Please do not forget to include your vow of loyalty to the mission. In your own words, why you wish to be a part of 'TMAEM' and what you offer.
Businesses / Organizations etc.. If you meet the above requirements, please use above email and include the following:
Business / organization name and a brief 'about' segment, contact name, address, phone, email, a brief quote regarding the current objective and why MMA sports is bad for the country. In your own words, why you wish to be a part of 'TMAEM'.

NOTE: any emails with attachments, images or pictures WILL be automatically deleted. Also any harassing, threatening or violent emails from Martial sports practitioners or fans will be printed and deleted.
There is no fee for membership and never will be.
Donations:
Are accepted with every cent used to benefit the mission and can be made via paypal to: donations@martialartsessence.com
(Major CC donations can be made via phone as well or checks by mail).
Funding is needed, but will never be promoted. This is NOT a 'for profit' mission. In addition, the opposition can/will easily be untruthful in stating this is only to make money to take the focus off the real issues. Therefore, your vow of loyalty to the Martial arts and this mission is all we truly desire.
You will NEVER be asked for a donation and do not have to ever donate. One’s dedication and loyalty are worth more then any amount of funding for the mission. The Mission objectives are to be discussed and special or current objectives will always be listed.
Remember, most important is your loyalty and what you can personally bring to the mission. What is your expertise? What is your regular profession in life or something that you may be knowledgeable in? Are you a Priest? Lawyer? Web-site designer? Marketing/research specialist? Management? Any profession at all can assist with the Mission.
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