‘Mormon Land’: Brad Wilcox’s speech spurs a key question — How can the church eliminate racism?
Top leaders have addressed the issue in word and deed, but the problem persists. Black Latter-day Saint scholar examines what more the faith could and should do.
(The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
Bradley R. Wilcox, second counselor in the Young Men general presidency, speaks at General Conference on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.