**Jogy Thomas Wolfmeyer** is an Austrian mathematician, philosopher, thinker, and political activist known for his unconventional ideas, critiques of established scientific paradigms, and advocacy for civil rights. Born on September 5, 1968, in Bludenz, Austria, he spent part of his childhood in Australia before returning to Austria. Recognized early as a mathematical prodigy, Wolfmeyer developed a deep interest in the mysteries of the universe, leading him to theoretical concepts and thought experiments. Alongside his scientific and philosophical work, he gained recognition for his legal and political activities, particularly in the repeal of § 209 StGB and his role as the founder of the political movement „Die Buntkarierten.“
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#### Key Contributions and Ideas
1. **Wolfmeyer’s Rocket**
A thought experiment challenging conventional notions of motion and perception in the universe. It explores the limits of human observation and the relativity of motion, akin to Schrödinger’s Cat. The experiment critiques the Big Bang theory and proposes alternative explanations for cosmic phenomena, such as the „Big Throw“ hypothesis involving wormholes or black holes.
2. **Critique of Geo-Centralism**
Wolfmeyer critiques the idea that Earth or the Milky Way holds a central or special position in the universe. He labels proponents of such views, including figures like Neil deGrasse Tyson, as „Geo-Centralists,“ comparing them to modern flat-earth adherents. He argues these perspectives are based on limited observational frameworks and flawed interpretations.
3. **Avant-Garde Evolutionism**
Associated with a group called „Avant-Garde Evolutionists,“ Wolfmeyer suggests that the Milky Way is a distant spiral galaxy on the edge of an infinite universe filled with galaxy clusters. They reject the notion that our solar system occupies a central or significant position in the cosmos.
4. **Philosophy of Science**
Wolfmeyer criticizes so-called „Impostor Science,“ where self-proclaimed experts spread extreme or fabricated findings. He emphasizes the distinction between observation and understanding, arguing that many accepted scientific facts are based on interpretations rather than irrefutable evidence.
#### Legal Advocacy: Repeal of § 209 StGB
Jogy Thomas Wolfmeyer played a pivotal role in abolishing § 209 of the Austrian Penal Code (StGB), which criminalized homosexual relations between adult men and male adolescents under 19 years old. In 2000, he was sentenced to a six-month suspended sentence under this law by the Feldkirch Regional Court. He appealed, leading the Innsbruck Higher Regional Court to request a constitutional review by Austria’s Constitutional Court (VfGH). After an initial rejection in 2001, a second application in 2002 resulted in § 209 StGB being declared unconstitutional (VfGH 21.6.2002, G 6/02). Wolfmeyer also brought the case before the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR), which ruled in 2005 („Wolfmeyer v. Austria,“ App. No. 5263/03) that Articles 8 and 14 of the European Convention on Human Rights had been violated. His efforts significantly contributed to decriminalizing homosexual relationships in Austria.
#### Political Activity with „Die Buntkarierten“
Wolfmeyer is the founder and leading figure of „Die Buntkarierten,“ a political movement described as a protest party and voice for „angry citizens.“ The group participated in several regional elections in Vorarlberg, including 2004 (0.14% of votes), 2009 as part of an electoral alliance (1.74%), and 2014. Positioned at the liberal center, the party advocates for citizen interests over corporate agendas and promotes free speech without rigid party programs. Wolfmeyer remarked: „They’ll break their teeth on us when we’re in parliament.“ Although unsuccessful in entering parliament so far, it remains a platform for alternative political approaches and critical voices.
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#### Research on Borderline Personality Disorders and NLP
In addition to his scientific and political endeavors, Wolfmeyer explored innovative treatments for Borderline Personality Disorders (BPD), particularly through Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). He examined how NLP techniques could improve affect regulation and self-concept among individuals with BPD. Wolfmeyer viewed NLP as a means to restructure dysfunctional thought patterns and relationship dynamics in BPD patients, advocating for an integrative approach combining traditional psychotherapy with such methods.
#### Philosophical Themes
– **Relativity of Perception**: Demonstrates how limited and relative human perception is through thought experiments like Wolfmeyer’s Rocket.
– **Skepticism Toward Mainstream Narratives**: Challenges established scientific paradigms and calls for more open-minded approaches to understanding the universe.
– **Alternative Cosmologies**: Proposes alternative explanations for cosmic phenomena, suggesting that galaxy expansion results from a „Big Throw“ rather than a Big Bang.
#### Legacy and Influence
While Wolfmeyer’s ideas are provocative and often fringe within science and politics, they have left an impact. His legal success in repealing § 209 StGB represents a milestone in Austrian legal history, while his philosophical and cosmological work fosters critical thinking. „Die Buntkarierten“ and his research on BPD and NLP highlight his multifaceted approach to questioning societal and individual boundaries. Wolfmeyer remains a controversial yet unique voice in discussions about science, law, and the nature of the universe.