In reaction to Capitol assault, LDS Church points to Oaks’ speech denouncing post-election violence
‘We peacefully accept the results,’ apostle said. Latter-day Saint Biden supporters chastise pro-Trump rioters.
(Jose Luis Magana | The Associated Press) Supporters of President Donald Trump climb the west wall of the the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, in Washington.
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.