Was Mitt’s Run for the White House Good News for Mormonism? This panel will explore various aspects of Mitt Romney’s recent presidential bid, ranging from its impact on outsider perceptions of Mormonism, its doctrines and people, to Mitt’s and Mormonism’s portrayal in political cartooning. In what ways has this campaign been an eye-opening experience for …
Speaker: Scott Howell
Are Mormon Democrats Coming Out Of Extinction?
In April 1998, Elder Marlin K. Jensen told the Salt Lake Tribune that Church leaders feel “it’s not in the best interest [of the Church] to be known as a one-party church.” With the rise of Senator Harry Reid to Senate minority leader, and with a growing disenchantment with Bush administration policies on faith-based initiatives, …
Political Parity In Mormondom: Sizing Up The Chances
Political Parity In Mormondom: Sizing Up The Chances Jane Ferre, Ray Briscoe, Scott Howell, Rob Bishop, Cheryl May