Errr, what changed his mind concerning the blacks of this world? He was raised in his Mormonism to believe they were an inferior race and were treated as such. The church "decided" to "accept" blacks in 1978. To this day, the Mormons I know (regardless of their ages) do not "accept" blacks as equals intellectually.
In 1978, Mitt was 31 years old and in Leadership in his Church. As an adult man, Mitt upheld the LDS racist doctrine.
Where is this taught in the Bible? God loves some and hates others (example: Jacob and Esau). God selected the Jews to be his people, and the Arabs; not.
The only equality implied in scripture is that we are all equally depraved sinners. Let's hear Romney make that point.
| He was raised in his Mormonism to believe they were an inferior race and were treated as such. The church "decided" to "accept" blacks in 1978. To this day, the Mormons I know (regardless of their ages) do not "accept" blacks as equals intellectually. |
This is not LDS church doctrine. There have been active worthy black Mormons since the early pioneer days (link). Before 1978, blacks were not able to hold the priesthood or obtain temple blessings. Since 1978, all worthy members have access to all blessings (Official Declaration 2).
The LDS scriptures teach:
Unfortunately, racial bigorty still exists in the world and in the hearts of some LDS members. LDS Church President Gordon B. Hinckley addressed this issue in April 2006 (link):
Racial strife still lifts its ugly head. I am advised that even right here among us there is some of this. I cannot understand how it can be. It seemed to me that we all rejoiced in the 1978 revelation given President Kimball. I was there in the temple at the time that that happened. There was no doubt in my mind or in the minds of my associates that what was revealed was the mind and the will of the Lord.Now I am told that racial slurs and denigrating remarks are sometimes heard among us. I remind you that no man who makes disparaging remarks concerning those of another race can consider himself a true disciple of Christ. Nor can he consider himself to be in harmony with the teachings of the Church of Christ. How can any man holding the Melchizedek Priesthood arrogantly assume that he is eligible for the priesthood whereas another who lives a righteous life but whose skin is of a different color is ineligible?
Throughout my service as a member of the First Presidency, I have recognized and spoken a number of times on the diversity we see in our society. It is all about us, and we must make an effort to accommodate that diversity.
Let us all recognize that each of us is a son or daughter of our Father in Heaven, who loves all of His children.
Brethren, there is no basis for racial hatred among the priesthood of this Church. If any within the sound of my voice is inclined to indulge in this, then let him go before the Lord and ask for forgiveness and be no more involved in such.
Perhaps the Mormons you know are the one's President Hinckley is calling to repentance.
No; for this is debateable (and will be!)
Instaed ask:
Errr, what changed his mind concerning the fetuses of this world?
One who has been a LIFELONG LDS member should have been against ABORTION forEVER!!!
How do you know his mind was changed? Do you have any quotes or actions from Romney indicating the he ever thought otherwise?
By the way, for you to make a judgment on what you think someone believes about other races based on what some people you say you know believe, that's prejudice in and of itself.
I'm not a Mitt fan, but lets point out his policy flaws, not make wild accusations about racism that are baseless.