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Remember that freerepublic is a very God oriented, conservative site, something like Mormonism is going to be discussed here.

Paul Ryan’s church tells us that Mormonism is not a Christian religion, but that it poses as such, Mitt is a powerful figure and leader in that religion.

There is no way that conservatives can avoid discussing Mormonism, especially when one of their Bishops is the presidential candidate who first asked for and received permission from his Pope to run for president, JFK didn’t do that.

Paul Ryan’s church tells us that Mormonism is not a Christian religion, but that it poses as such, Mitt is a powerful figure and leader in that religion. There is no way that conservatives can avoid discussing Mormonism, especially when one of their Bishops is the presidential candidate who first asked for and received permission from his Pope to run for president, JFK didn’t do that.

Wrong on the facts.

1. Mitt is not a leader in the Mormon Church. He was a Bishop, like a Congregational Pastor. For a time he was a Stake President. Now he is a mere member, Brother Romney. Just like probably 50,000 or more former LDS bishops and stake presidents who are now serving as Sunday School teachers, Scoutmasters, choir directors, librarians and nursery leaders. Like most, he is probably a Home Teacher responsible for visiting 4 or 5 families in his congregation. Nothing more. (He truly doesn't have time to do more).

I was once a Bishop also. Ran for statewide office during that time. Had to be released because I just didn't have time to serve my young family, my congregation and also run for statewide office. By the way, Bishops and Stake Presidents are completely volunteer. There is no pay. And no one seeks or campaigns or tries to position himself to become such. In fact, such a calling is often accompanied by both heartfelt congratulations and not insincere sympathies from friends and well wishers.

2. Mitt did not have to get permission to run for President. Give me a break. Your idea of Mormons is so erroneously biased you are imaging protocol that does not and never has existed.

(There can be only one cure. I strongly suggest you look up the local Mormon ward and attend services tomorrow. You might ask the Bishop for a few minutes after Sacrament meeting to discuss his responsibilities and service.)

Mitt may have asked for advice and counsel from Church leaders he respects. Anyone with half a brain would do the same and consult with mentors and people they respect before taking on such a venture. But in NO WAY did he have to ask permission from Church leaders. Now Ann and the boys was a different story entirely. He had to have not only their permission but their total support. I understand he did seek their permission.