Utah Democrats are very happy with the Church’s new statement on political participation. Here’s a story on their happiness. In addition to the usual urge to vote and consider the candidates carefully, the Church said: “Principles compatible with the gospel may be found in the platforms of all major political parties.”
I know there have been numerous posts on this in the Bloggernacle, and I am a bit late even discussing this. By I would like to add one spin from a person who currently votes Republican: this is very good news and an appropriate gesture by the Church. The Church cannot afford to be tied to one political party. Who knows what direction the Republicans will take in the years ahead. From a missionary standpoint, we risk alienating half of the country — and countless millions overseas — by being seen as a “Republican church.” Kudos to the Church for this reminder.