Faith And Politics: Mormon Influence
http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2012-08-30/faith-and-politics-mormon-influence
Mitt Romney's Mormon faith is an issue largely left alone by his campaign. But is it an issue at all? One poll found that 25 percent of Americans won't vote for a Mormon, and many who are unfamiliar with the faith are intrigued by it. We talk with a former member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints who now studies the sociological aspects of the faith, including its interplay with politics.
Guests
Ryan Cragun
Professor of Sociology, The University of Tampa; co-author, "Could I Vote for a Mormon for President?"
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I was wondering what your guest thought of Wallace Stegner's book, Mormon Country, first published around 1942, I think.
Thanks, Carla
There are so many issues with the Mormon church that were not raised in today's show (and I have many Mormons in my family although I am not one).
I recommend viewing the documentary "The Mormon Candidate" on Current TV that outlines the realities of the Mormon church - especially its relationship to women and to people of color.
When I vote for a candidate. I do not base my decision on their choice of religion. Thanks to the internet. I research that candidate. Find out if their ideas match mine. If the candidate will be a great public servant or will he be for greed and power. President Bill Clinton left this country in pretty good shape. I will give the current President four more years to try to undo the damage caused by our 43rd President.