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Religion in the Military

On the impossibility of neutral classifications

Reason · Jun 13

A Pentagon list overhaul puts Mormon church’s Christian identity back in the spotlight

The Pentagon’s recent revision to its list of Christian religions has reignited a long-standing debate about whether The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a Christian denomination

The Independent UK · Jun 10

For 2 centuries, Latter-day Saints have revered religious freedom – but their definition is evolving

On July 5, 2026, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is encouraging its American members to participate in a special fast: a day to “express gratitude for religious liberty and to pray that it be strengthened throughout the world,” in the words of its top three leaders.

The Conversation · Jun 1

One’s a Hugh Grant thriller, one’s a hot-mess reality show – and both center on stereotypes about Mormon women

I don’t often watch movies in a theater, let alone horror films. But a few weeks ago, I found myself watching “Heretic,” which intrigued me for personal and professional reasons.

The Conversation · Dec 4, 2024

For many Latter-day Saints, America has a special relationship with God − but Christian nationalism is a step too far

On the verge of the 2024 elections, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are ramping up their campaigns in Arizona and Nevada. Beyond being considered swing states, the two have something else in common: Latter-day Saint voters.

The Conversation · Oct 24, 2024

Kamala Harris Targets Mormon Voters In Arizona

Vice President Kamala Harris intensifies efforts to appeal to Latter-day Saints voters in Arizona for upcoming elections.

Top News · Sep 19, 2024

These are the world’s oldest religious leaders

The top leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is celebrating a milestone birthday, his 100th

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2024

As Russell M. Nelson turns 100, a look back at one of the words that will define his legacy – and the controversial term’s 200-year history

On Sept. 9, 2024, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will host a broadcast to celebrate the “life and teachings” of Russell M. Nelson, its president and prophet. Nelson, whose 100th birthday falls on that day, has asked church members to celebrate by reaching out to someone in…

The Conversation · Sep 5, 2024

How September 1993, when Latter-day Saints leaders disciplined six dissidents, continues to trouble the church

Lavina Fielding Anderson knew she was delivering a bombshell. Anderson, a dedicated Mormon who had previously edited the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ magazines, was also a scholar, writer and feminist. And on this day in August 1992, she was giving a conference presentation detailing how Latter-day Saints…

The Conversation · Sep 13, 2023

Mormon leaders – whose church is often associated with the GOP – push back against one-party politics

Top leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints dropped a bombshell in June 2023 by telling their flock to vote for Democrats – well, almost.

The Conversation · Jul 11, 2023