Donald Trump has set a new low bar, says LDS reporter, for ‘expectations of presidential behavior’
“It will actually be in the church’s best interest, at least in America,” says The Atlantic’s McKay Coppins, “to have a more politically open-minded and diverse membership going forward.”
(Eric Lee | The New York Times) President-elect Donald Trump addresses House Republicans at the Hyatt Regency in Washington on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024.
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.