How to Engage LDS Friends in a Meaningful Discussion About Trump and LDS Values

How to Engage LDS Friends in a Meaningful Discussion About Trump and LDS Values When approaching LDS friends about why voting for Donald Trump might conflict with the values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), it’s essential to do so respectfully and thoughtfully. Many LDS members strive to align their political decisions with their faith, which…

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LDS Senator Mitt Romney Won’t Vote for Trump

Senator Mitt Romney has been a prominent critic of Donald Trump, often expressing concerns about Trump’s character and leadership style. Romney, a fellow devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), has consistently emphasized the importance of integrity in leadership, echoing the teachings of our LDS leaders who encourage members to vote for moral and ethical individuals.

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Trump Doesn’t Care About LDS Values

In today’s political climate, many of us and our fellow members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), wrestle with reconciling their beliefs with political candidates. The Church emphasizes key values such as honesty, integrity, respect for others, and moral leadership—principles that guide members in both their personal and public lives. When examining the rhetoric and…

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Trump Shows Little Respect or Civility

Respect for others, regardless of race, background, or beliefs, is another value that is deeply rooted in our LDS teachings. President Russell M. Nelson, the current President of the Church, has spoken about the importance of respect and civility: “It behooves each of us to uphold our covenants to be kind, respectful, and loving toward all of God’s children. A…

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Trump Has No Family Values

The family is central to LDS doctrine. The Church’s document The Family: A Proclamation to the World states:   “Husband and wife have a solemn responsibility to love and care for each other and for their children. Parents have a sacred duty to rear their children in love and righteousness.” Trump’s personal history includes multiple marriages, extramarital affairs, and public comments…

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Trump Avoids Moral Responsibility

Our LDS Church leaders have repeatedly emphasized that elected officials must not only be competent but must also exhibit high moral standards. **Dallin H. Oaks**, First Counselor in the First Presidency, has said:   “We should vote for individuals who will uphold the moral fabric of our communities. Their character and values should reflect the teachings of the gospel.” – Ensign,…

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Trump is not a Moral Leader

Our LDS Church leaders have consistently stressed the importance of moral character in elected officials. President Ezra Taft Benson once said:   “If we want to maintain our freedoms, we must elect individuals who are devoted to truth and righteousness. Morality and honesty are the very foundation of our government and the fabric of society.”  – *The Teachings of Ezra Taft…

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Trump is Cruel to Immigrants & Refugees

The LDS Church has a long-standing history of compassion toward immigrants and refugees. Many of us are descended from pioneers, immigrants &  refugees who sought a better life in the United States and Utah.  In 2016, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, himself a refugee, stated: “There are those who, because of circumstances beyond their control, must leave behind everything they have—friends,…

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