The Palin-Beck Phenomenon
Astro-twins Sarah Palin and Glenn Beck led a "non-political" rally in Washington D.C. last Saturday, urging the overwhelmingly white crowd to restore the nation's honor and traditional values. The event was staged at the same location (at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial) as Martin Luther King's "I have a dream" speech, and exactly 47 years after the date – a coincidence that has led to much controversy.
Glenn Beck (February 10, 1964) and Sarah Palin (February 11, 1964) were both born with a Sun-Mars-Saturn triple conjunction in Aquarius, a combative combination prone to dealing with abstractions and ideals. Their ultra-conservative, uncompromising style has captured a faction of the American heartland due to their Saturn's precise conjunction with the U.S. Moon at 25º Aquarius.
The Aquarius planets are modified by a square to Neptune, and in this dynamic we can see their interest in restoring traditional Christian values. Neptune was discovered on September 23, 1846 while it was conjunct Saturn at 25º Aquarius. This historic 1840s era was marked by the establishment of America's major homegrown religions, including Seventh Day Adventists, Jehovah's Witnesses, and Latter Day Saints (Mormons).
From these roots, it's evident that the Palin-Beck phenomenon is a manifestation of the Saturn-Neptune cycle and its connection to the U.S. Moon. Neptune in their charts is in Scorpio, the sign associated with regeneration, which in this case, they call religious restoration. Factor in Mars and we have a dynamic duo bent on spiritual warfare. They lead a political movement framed by religious dogma and the idolization of the waning Age of Pisces.
Top Five Astro-Events for September
1. Mars enters Scorpio on the 14th while traveling with Venus all month. In the social sphere, this highly erotic, romantic Venus-Mars combo stimulates intense passion and desire while in Scorpio, increasing the likelihood of sexual intrigue at the office, at play, and through random encounters. Politically, expect a new diplomatic thrust from the U.S. in international affairs.
2. Jupiter conjoins Uranus on the 18th, but is in effect all month. Since this expansive, illuminating pair is in faith-oriented Pisces, watch for major developments within religious circles. Individuals may find inspiration, visions for a better future, and may witness or participate in paranormal phenomena. Jupiter-Uranus favors technological breakthroughs, especially in biotechnology.
3. Transiting Neptune conjoins the U.S. Pallas on the 19th, but is within ½º all month. When the planet of deception and confusion aligns with the political asteroid, expect significant distortion and half-truths about the most important issues, while trivial issues become profiled out of proportion. Political strategists may come under fire, and some newsworthy political corruption cases can be expected.
4. The Full Moon on September 23 (5:16 am EDT) takes place within hours after the Autumn Equinox. This exceptionally important phase activates the four outer planets near the cardinal angles, bringing into play all their underlying tension. The Aries-Libra polarity highlights the conflict between independent action and cooperation. In political affairs, watch for dramatic demonstrations of ideological extremism.
5. Saturn squares the Lunar Node axis on the 27th, marking the center of a dangerous week when natural or man-made catastrophes could cost many lives and imperil many more. The Sun-Saturn conjunction on the 30th is only ½ degree past the square, and indicates a turning point for many political leaders. The U.S. takes decisive action in a dangerous environment.
The Mature Matt Dillon
Veteran actor Matt Dillon co-stars in "Takers", which opened last weekend ranked #2 in box office receipts. Dillon plays a tough cop on the hunt for a gang of bank robbers, a much more mature character than his brooding, bad boy roles of the 1980s. Dillon has matured in real life as well, from a wild, self-destructive youth to a thoughtful humanitarian.
Matt Dillon was born with a Sun-Mars-Saturn triple conjunction in Aquarius (February 18, 1964; 6:05 am; New Rochelle, NY). The Sun and Mars are only 1/4º apart, and therefore represent the strongest influence on his ego development, which is stridently self-assertive and combative. Sun-Saturn people have a powerful drive to succeed, to be recognized as an influential force in society.
With Mercury, the planet associated with youth, right on his Ascendant, Dillon became a teenage star in 1978 when talent scouts spotted him in high school. Transiting Saturn opposed his natal Saturn at 25º Aquarius at the time, as he found his place in American cinema. Also, transiting Jupiter was trine his Sun-Mars, bringing luck and opportunity, and favorable comparisons to James Dean and Marlon Brando.
With Pallas, the asteroid of creative intelligence, conjunct his Midheaven, Dillon has realized what his Mars-Saturn conflicts are all about. "There've been times when I'm very prone to anger," he said in an interview. "And if I look at my anger, there's usually fear behind it. Some sort of fear of something." Dillon has transformed his fears into constructive Aquarian causes. He regularly devotes his time and financial resources to fight hunger, homelessness, illiteracy and poverty, and to help international refugees.
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