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How Hulu Exploits Latter-day Saint Women to Make Cheap Drama

Does Hulu's 'Secret Lives' challenge patriarchy or mock faith? It sensationalizes shallow performances and cheap drama.
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Ten Ways “Under the Banner of Heaven” Defames the Church of Jesus Christ

Despite lauding its own exquisite accuracy, there are many profound misrepresentations in the new series, which together paint a damning picture of not simply two deranged individuals, but of an entire faith community.

Don’t You Dare Say “Woman”

As we are encouraged towards language like “pregnant person,” “birthing person,” and “menstruators” in the name of greater inclusivity, you have to wonder whether those identifying primarily as “woman” or “mother” are feeling included too?

Processing the Unthinkable

Some of the charged responses to inexplicable tragedies like this are only understandable. And some are clearly standing in the way of both greater healing and more effective prevention of future violence.
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The Strength of Moral Tension

The Strength of Moral Tension

Although tension is rarely comfortable to experience, the strain of holding onto conflicting ideals can make us strong.

Unity Under Siege

Unity Under Siege

When you reflect on some of the basic underpinnings of unity, it’s alarming to see how effectively these foundations are…

Are You Feeling Peace or Just Relief?

Are You Feeling Peace or Just Relief?

So many stepping away from families, marriages, and faith attest to poignant emotional validation for their life-changing decisions. What exactly…

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Subtle Bigotry: How ‘Polite’ Society Marginalizes Latter-day Saints

What are anti-Mormon dog whistles? Explore how words or phrases can subtly reinforce bigotry and hinder authentic discourse.

Jacob Z. Hess
What Does it Mean to “Help People Stay in the Church?”

This phrase comes up a lot among the influencer class. But what does it really mean—and is it really enough?

Dan Ellsworth
The Seductive Power of Apocalyptic Ideas in Mainstream Religions

What drives believers to crime? False prophecies and apocalyptic fervor spark descent into chaos.

Cassandra Hedelius
Motherhood, Mortality, and the Myth of Control

A near-death experience at 39 leads a mother to challenge her perceptions of entitlement, faith, and mortality.

Jeff Bennion
Conversations at the Crossroads: Latter-day Saints Discuss Sexuality and Doctrine

The Church's teachings on gender, sexuality, and family are deeply rooted in doctrine and observable reality, suggesting limited scope for drastic changes.

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