‘Mormon Land’: Does a ‘sustaining vote’ mean a prophet is infallible?
Is it a good system? Are members saying they agree with their leaders? Can they still dissent?
(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Members stand to sustain President Dallin H. Oaks and the First Presidency during a solemn assembly on April 4, 2026.
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.