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Mormons in the mainstream: The LDS church and politics

Mormons in the mainstream: The LDS church and politics

As the number of Mormons in America has grown, so has their influence in various public spheres – including politics. Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney’s 2008 presidential bid drew attention to his faith while also raising questions about the viability of Mormons for national political office. And those questions did not end with Romney’s campaign.

A Mormon for president?

A Mormon for president?

LAST UPDATED FEB. 6, 2008: On Feb. 7, two days after a disappointing showing on Super Tuesday, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney ended his presidential campaign. Observers say his Mormon faith was one factor in his inability to attract more support among voters. An August 2007 poll found that one in four Americans say they [...]


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