DCP Invokes Orwell

[_Sophocles]

Pretty sure an insider is someone who believes it, and will put the proper faith promoting spin on it a la "The Mantle Is Far Greater Than The Intellect."

[_Kishkumen]

I have heard the mopologists bring up this false "insider" claim. Palmer admitted the "insider" tagline was inserted by the publisher to add some sizzle. However, I would like DCP to tell us what criteria must be met for one to qualify as an "insider" to the LDS church. In my opinion, a guy who has grown up in the LDS culture, served a mission, performed temple ordinances, served in Ward and Stake leadership positions, was employed by CES, and spent decades teaching LDS scripture, and LDS history qualifies as an "insider" who knows the inner workings and mindset of the LDS, and is qualified to communicate these things to those who are unfamiliar with Mormonism.

It is a simple case of those who take issue with Palmer being called an "Insider" pulling rank. Implicitly, they are saying that he is not as cool/righteous/scholarly/loyal/knowledgeable/etc. as they are.