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LDS Church is assigning ‘specialists’ to help members become more politically active. Dems worry it may make Utah even more GOP.

Clara Robertson May 20, 2019

This article originally appeared in The Salt Lake Tribune. Read it in its entirety here. Virtually every year, Latter-day Saint leaders read a statement over the pulpit, reaffirming the faith’s political neutrality while encouraging members to be informed about issues, vote in elections, run for office and support candidates who represent their values and views.

Mormon church vows to stay neutral in partisan politics — despite Trump’s order

Better Utah May 4, 2017

Source: The Salt Lake Tribune and True Viral News President Donald Trump’s latest executive order may give tax-exempt religious organizations the green light for greater political involvement, but don’t expect the LDS Church to shift gears. Utah’s predominant faith likes being in neutral. “We are always grateful for the efforts of leaders to safeguard religious

George Pyle: Selective Saints and cafeteria Catholics

Better Utah October 8, 2016

Source: The Salt Lake Tribune Monday, four Utah politicians — all members in good standing of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — explained to a lecture hall at the University of Utah how their faith led them to become Republicans. Or Democrats. Same faith. Different political loyalties and views. Tuesday, two men running

ABU Education Fund Announces LDS Values Forums

Better Utah September 22, 2016

Source: utahpolicy.com The ABU Education Fund, an affiliate of the Alliance for a Better Utah, announced that it will host a series of panel discussions, bringing together LDS elected officials and community thought leaders to discuss the intersection of their faith and politics. Each panel will feature two Democrats and two Republicans, and each will be

LDS Dems pitch ‘pro-family’ report to attract Utah voters

Better Utah August 17, 2016

Source: Deseret News Looking to capitalize on Utahns’ distaste for Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, the LDS Democratic caucus put out a “pro-family” report Wednesday that the group says more closely reflects the state’s values. Rep. Brian King, D-Salt Lake City, said LDS Dems can’t in good conscience call themselves pro-family unless they’re looking out

ABU Update: Challenge for Hate Crimes Bill, Air Quality Contributions

Better Utah February 18, 2016

Source: KCPW St. George Republican Sen. Stephen Urquhart’s measure to strengthen hate crimes legislation in Utah hits a snag – in the form of LDS Church opposition. Plus, a proposal to let residents contribute money to the Utah Division of Air Quality. Alliance for a Better Utah’s Chase Thomas joins KCPW’s Roger McDonough for another

ABU Update: Medical Marijuana and Zion Curtains

Better Utah February 17, 2016

Source: KCPW For today’s Better Utah Legislative Update, a look at the shifting conversation in Medical Marijuana in Utah. After meeting with opposition from the LDS Church, one lawmaker says he’ll now try to get a measure on the ballot. Also, a look at an effort to eliminate Utah’s so-called “Zion Curtains.” Listen to KCPW

Bill to prevent higher education budgets from hemorrhaging

Better Utah February 15, 2013

The highlight of this week is that SB51, substituted as SB51S01, unanimously passed the Senate. SB51, Higher Education Tuition Waivers, was proposed by Sen. Stephen Urquhart this legislative session in response to an expected drop in enrollment in Utah’s colleges and universities as a result of changes in the LDS mission program. The LDS church

VIDEO: Better UTAH Beat episode 24! Chris Stewart’s Stimulus Lie

Better Utah October 24, 2012

Utah 2nd Congressional District candidate Chris Stewart has gotten himself in hot water this week after he got caught lying about receiving federal stimulus money. Plus, his strained relationship with fellow LDS Members.

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