Mormon church backs religious liberty after Trump comments

Protecting freedom • In his 19th-century statement, Mormon founder said he would “die in defending the rights” of any faith.

Angel Moroni with his trumpet atop the spire of the Salt Lake Temple. Al Hartmann/Salt Lake Tribune 3/24/08

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By Peggy Fletcher Stack: The Salt Lake Tribune

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