[Logophile]

I think they were mistreated. I also believe that they mistreated others.

That is probably true.

But your answer seems to suggest some kind of moral equivalence, as if the Mormons were just as bad as the mobs who drove them out of Missouri and Illinois. Is that what you believe? And if so, what evidence can you offer to support your belief?

[inkling]

My main argument is that the original article is ridiculously biased, casting Smith as vastly superior to Lincoln, if not Christ Himself.

Since I sincerely believe Smith was a horrible deceiver who created a false religion which led millions away from Christ, I obviously disagree with the article's glorification of him.

I know that no LDS member will agree with my perspective and that an argument on a political chat board will solve few if any differences. And that is why I have never posted a huge article promoting my religious beliefs in the guise of a political discussion.

It is your right to believe what you want. However, no one should be shocked or offended when others disagree.