However, they are quickly split up, with June being forced to arrive in Alaska by herself.

Because of this, Lawrence wants to change Gilead.

The formation of New Bethlehem is Lawrence’s plan, with it differing from Gilead in some major ways.

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New Bethlehem is a more liberalized version of Gilead, with it reforming many of Gilead’s worst practices.

New Bethlehem stays away from the usage of Handmaids, and women are given far more rights.

Who Does Lawrence Want To Live In New Bethlehem?

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He Has Several Motives

When New Bethlehem is established, Commander Lawrence wants to live there.

By moving to New Bethlehem,Lawrence will be removing himself from Gilead proper.

This will put a further degree of separation between Lawrence and the Commanders that despise him.

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Economics has always been Lawrence’s strong suit, which is why this motivation isn’t surprising either.

Lawrence could economically benefit from New Bethlehem himself, further explaining why he wants to move there.

Where Is New Bethlehem Located?

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However, based on an educated guess, New Bethlehem is probably located somewhere near Boston.

However, it is possible that New Bethlehem’s true location could get revealed in the show’s future.

to get to make New Bethlehem work, Lawrence needs to shore up public support.

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Meanwhile, Serena Joy has motivations of her own.

Is New Bethlehem Going To Bring Down Gilead, Or Will It Fail?

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