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Mormonism

Mormonism + X = violence.

“But sheer instinctive self-righteousness may ultimately be a bigger part of the problem.”

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Culture

Bright bigotry?

The people with the biggest negative shift in their assessment of Islam aren’t Evangelicals.

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Journalism

‘Classified pages implicate Saudis.’

I.e., Boston Globe headline writer seeks work with satirical newspaper.

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Culture Marriage Politics Sexuality

Taking on an icon.

“I think we can get people rights in this generation if we don’t take on a cultural, religious icon.”

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Culture Marriage Politics Sexuality

Uphill battle.

Gay marriage, or civil union laws, will only succeed in the long run when it’s perceived as having mainstream acceptance and democratic — not just popular — support.