Those ‘I’m a Mormon’ ads created community and identity. Why throw them away?
Latter-day Saint blogger argues they did as much to unite insiders and showcase diversity to members — as they did to educate outsiders.
(The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
A previous "I'm a Mormon" ad on display in New York City.
Hired in 1991 to cover Utah's various faiths, particularly Mormonism, Peggy has talked forgiveness with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, nearly fainted waiting for the Dalai Lama, fasted with Muslims during Ramadan — and has reported on 50 consecutive semiannual LDS General Conferences.
David is a managing editor at The Tribune, where he has worked since 1984. He oversees coverage ranging from local government and west-side issues to growth, development and housing. In addition, he directs religion reporting, co-hosts the award-winning “Mormon Land” podcast and writes the Mormon Land newsletter.