‘Mormon Land’: Our church is wrong on the Respect for Marriage Act, say two well-known Orthodox members
Paul Mero and Stuart Reid argue apostle Dallin Oaks’ push for a balanced approach to LGBTQ rights and religious freedom is off target, urge the faith to stay out of the political culture wars.
(Courtesy) Paul Mero, left, and Stuart Reid. Both say The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints should stay out of the nation's culture wars.
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.
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.