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| Despite being accused of being a ] numerous times, Lowell insists that he is actually a ] and has stressed that he has nothing against minorities. He is against unrestricted migration to Western countries, especially countries such as ] with its population of less than half a million. | Despite being accused of being a ] numerous times, Lowell insists that he is actually a ] and has stressed that he has nothing against minorities. He is against unrestricted migration to Western countries, especially countries such as ] with its population of less than half a million. | ||
| Several lawsuits were filed following speeches he has made. Two charges of incitement of racial hatred are currently being settled in Malta's law courts. The first case concerns an article written for MaltaFly, in which several highly pejorative words, such as “lackey”, “mass-murderer”, “vermin” and “pest” were used to describe ]. The second case deals with a public meeting organised by Lowell on 22 January 2005 in ], following a case in which illegal immigrants were involved in violent clashes with the ] after |
Several lawsuits were filed following speeches he has made. Two charges of incitement of racial hatred are currently being settled in Malta's law courts. The first case concerns an article written for MaltaFly, in which several highly pejorative words, such as “lackey”, “mass-murderer”, “vermin” and “pest” were used to describe ]. The second case deals with a public meeting organised by Lowell on 22 January 2005 in ], following a case in which illegal immigrants were involved in violent clashes with the ] after the former had organised a pacific protest, to which the army reacted violently. After several meetings he has organised turned out to be somewhat of a success (judging by the standards of a newly-born ] movement) Norman Lowell is trying to set out a more encompassing, ] image for his party. Their stated aim is to be involved not just in the ] issue which sterted them off, but in all aspects of Maltese political life. | ||
| After several meetings he has organised turned out to be somewhat of a success (judging by the standards of a newly-born ] movement) Norman Lowell is trying to set out a more encompassing, ] image for his party. Their stated aim is to be involved not just in the ] issue which sterted them off, but in all aspects of Maltese political life. | |||
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| Norman Lowell's main focus is undoubtedly the "racial purity" of the island of Melita, as he calls it, but this often clouds other more important issues he speaks about. Norman Lowell calls for the creation of a ], to rise above the pettiness of partisanism. He calls for a more rational, planned approach to building. It doesn't make sense, he says, to have an Industrial Estate (of all things) built facing on one of Malta's most picturesque areas. He also derides the government's inability to tackle the serious cultural and educational problems Malta's society is facing, whilst chasing after economic ghosts. | Norman Lowell's main focus is undoubtedly the "racial purity" of the island of Melita, as he calls it, but this often clouds other more important issues he speaks about. Norman Lowell calls for the creation of a ], to rise above the pettiness of partisanism. He calls for a more rational, planned approach to building. It doesn't make sense, he says, to have an Industrial Estate (of all things) built facing on one of Malta's most picturesque areas. He also derides the government's inability to tackle the serious cultural and educational problems Malta's society is facing, whilst chasing after economic ghosts. | ||
| In some of his early Public talks, Lowell has declared that all Disabled people should be killed. He also said, during an interview on Maltafly.com, that drug addicts should be used as pig's feed. He has also attacked the Social Services System. | |||
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| * Probably, Lowell's most famous phrase is "Che me ne frego", i.e. I don't care. It is interesting to note that this was one of Mussolini's slogans. | |||
| * Lowell has on several occasions mocked the Maltese Languages (even if he uses it, together with English and Italian, during his Public talks). | |||
| * Gave the Roman Salute (associated with Nazism and Fascism) at the end of his only Public Meeting, held at ħal Safi, while shouting Viva Malta, i.e. Hail Malta. | |||
| * He refers to the Catholic Church as KKK which stands for Knisja Kattolika Korrotta, i.e. Corrupt Catholic Church. | |||
| * He was fired from his work as he was accused of fraud. | |||
| * Had migrated to Africa (even if he declares that Europeans should stay in Europe and Africans in Africa). | |||
| * Norman Lowell is an ] in his own abstract style, ] ]. | * Norman Lowell is an ] in his own abstract style, ] ]. | ||
| * Is also an ] and a qualified ]. | * Is also an ] and a qualified ]. | ||
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| * Salutes his supporters with "Ave", ] for "Hail". | * Salutes his supporters with "Ave", ] for "Hail". | ||
| * Resides in ], ]. | * Resides in ], ]. | ||
| * Usually carries a |
* Usually carries a walking stick which has a sword inside. | ||
| * In 2003, he wrote a to ], then ] of ], predicting that the ] determining Malta's entry in the ] was going to be lost. | * In 2003, he wrote a to ], then ] of ], predicting that the ] determining Malta's entry in the ] was going to be lost. | ||
| * Impetuously predicted (in 2000) that the country was bankrupt | * Impetuously predicted (in 2000) that the country was bankrupt | ||
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| Norman Lowell | |
| Date of birth | July 29 1946 |
| Place of birth | Malta |
| Profession | Banker, author, painter |
| Party/Movement | Imperium Europa |
Norman Lowell (born July 29, 1946) is the founder and leader of Imperium Europa, a Maltese movement promoting an amalgamation of sociopolitical ideas, mainly, Pan-europeanism, Libertarianism, Nationalism, and Environmentalism.
Recent years
In 2002, Lowell was banned from the Maltese media following some of his more controversial comments on public television. Despite this, Norman Lowell has gathered an ever increasing number of adherents, partly because of his charisma, eccentric sense of humour and readiness to challenge local authority, but also due to his exploitation of the increasing tensions caused on the island by seemingly unsustainable numbers of illegal immigrants.
Norman Lowell contested the first European Parliament elections that were held in Malta on June 12 2004, obtaining a highly unexpected 1,603 first-count votes and thousands of second-count votes.
Contentious issues
Despite being accused of being a racist numerous times, Lowell insists that he is actually a racialist and has stressed that he has nothing against minorities. He is against unrestricted migration to Western countries, especially countries such as Malta with its population of less than half a million.
Several lawsuits were filed following speeches he has made. Two charges of incitement of racial hatred are currently being settled in Malta's law courts. The first case concerns an article written for MaltaFly, in which several highly pejorative words, such as “lackey”, “mass-murderer”, “vermin” and “pest” were used to describe Jewish People. The second case deals with a public meeting organised by Lowell on 22 January 2005 in Safi, following a case in which illegal immigrants were involved in violent clashes with the armed forces after the former had organised a pacific protest, to which the army reacted violently. After several meetings he has organised turned out to be somewhat of a success (judging by the standards of a newly-born political movement) Norman Lowell is trying to set out a more encompassing, moderate image for his party. Their stated aim is to be involved not just in the immigration issue which sterted them off, but in all aspects of Maltese political life.
Malta in the future
If ever in power, Norman Lowell claims that all buildings post-dating 1800 will be razed to the ground. Exceptions for historical buildings of great value will be made, post dating 1800 by a few years. Valleta, Mdina, and the Three Cities will stand within sight of each other, countryside all around. An Arcology will be built right in the center of Malta, where Mosta stands presently. No vehicles will be allowed to pollute the island; an underground railway system will be the main means of transportation.
Norman Lowell's main focus is undoubtedly the "racial purity" of the island of Melita, as he calls it, but this often clouds other more important issues he speaks about. Norman Lowell calls for the creation of a National Unity Government, to rise above the pettiness of partisanism. He calls for a more rational, planned approach to building. It doesn't make sense, he says, to have an Industrial Estate (of all things) built facing on one of Malta's most picturesque areas. He also derides the government's inability to tackle the serious cultural and educational problems Malta's society is facing, whilst chasing after economic ghosts.
In some of his early Public talks, Lowell has declared that all Disabled people should be killed. He also said, during an interview on Maltafly.com, that drug addicts should be used as pig's feed. He has also attacked the Social Services System.
Other priorities
- A dynamic foreign policy
- A National Unity Government drawn from the best of the Army, Police, civil service, university, world of industry and commerce.
- 10% flat rate VAT and abolition of income tax.
- Energy Island off Maghtab. Solar energy, wind and waves.
- Turning Malta into the Spiritual focal point of Europe.
- Niche farming of exotic fruits and herbs.
- A total reorientation of present, mercantile values.
Trivia
- Probably, Lowell's most famous phrase is "Che me ne frego", i.e. I don't care. It is interesting to note that this was one of Mussolini's slogans.
- Lowell has on several occasions mocked the Maltese Languages (even if he uses it, together with English and Italian, during his Public talks).
- Gave the Roman Salute (associated with Nazism and Fascism) at the end of his only Public Meeting, held at ħal Safi, while shouting Viva Malta, i.e. Hail Malta.
- He refers to the Catholic Church as KKK which stands for Knisja Kattolika Korrotta, i.e. Corrupt Catholic Church.
- He was fired from his work as he was accused of fraud.
- Had migrated to Africa (even if he declares that Europeans should stay in Europe and Africans in Africa).
- Norman Lowell is an artist in his own abstract style, Dionysian Action Painting.
- Is also an author and a qualified banker.
- A martial-arts expert, he is the founder of Ch'uan Shu in Malta.
- Generally refers to Malta as "The sacred island of Melita".
- Is a Holocaust Revisionist.
- Salutes his supporters with "Ave", Latin for "Hail".
- Resides in Attard, Malta.
- Usually carries a walking stick which has a sword inside.
- In 2003, he wrote a letter to Dr. Fenech Adami, then Prime Minister of Malta, predicting that the referendum determining Malta's entry in the European Union was going to be lost.
- Impetuously predicted (in 2000) that the country was bankrupt
- He is famous for concluding statements with the words: "Qed tifhem?" (Meaning: Are you understanding?)
- The Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition and Leader of the Green Party recently "Declared War" on Norman Lowell.
- Is convinced that the English manipulated the Maltese into believing that they had a drydocks"
- Believes in a unifying idea- to unite all Europids and liberate everyone from the enemy
Quotes
- "Our Prime Minister's vision is to build two golf courses. Of all things, he wants golf courses! Can you be more pathetic than that?"
- "This is not a warning to the Prime Minister, this is a statement of fact. If Dr. Gonzi dares to alter the Opera House into a Parliament, it will be the last miserable act of his miserable government!"
- "I can do 2 years standing on my head!" (when asked about the possibility of being sent to two years in prison for inciting racial hatred)
- "In our vision of Imperium Europa, people will work less, till we come to ten hours a week. With today's technology we don't need to work more than ten hours a week"
- "The enemy is not only at the gates. The enemy is manning the gates!"
- "America, Britain, France! They are not land powers, they are sea powers! In fact, whenever the Americans attack on land, they get their ass kicked!"
- "What we need is a unifying idea! An idea so strong, that it will draw like a magnet all the forces!"
- "We are not the collectivist sheep of the left. We are: The Radical Racialist Right Revolutionary Reactionaries!"
- 'It was the Germans who saved our Gahan stories"
- Ma! ARA HADLI L-GOOBBOOOOOOONNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!
External links
- Imperium Europa — Official Website of Imperium Europa.
- Vivamalta.org — Maltese nationalist/patriotic site affiliated with Norman Lowell's Imperium Europa.
- Maltafly — Maltese politico-satirical site with various Norman Lowell interviews available for download.
- Credo — "Credo, a book for the very few" written by Norman Lowell.
- Fenech, Gerald (Jul. 03, 2005). Norman Lowell in court on inciting racism. The Malta Independent.