Freedom of Religion - plural marriage

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Freedom of Religion - plural marriage

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SALT LAKE CITY — After nearly three hours of often emotional testimony about polygamy, including from women who said they were forced into underage marriages, a House committee voted to hold a bill altering the definition of bigamy.

HB99, sponsored by Rep. Mike Noel, R-Kanab, drew a standing room only audience that also included men and women who told members of the House Judiciary Committee they feared prosecution for practicing polygamy.
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Surely Elder Oaks stands shoulder to shoulder with polygamists who simply want the freedom of practicing their religion, right?

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is concerned about the temporal and spiritual welfare of all of God's children across the earth, with special concern for those who are fleeing physical violence, war and religious persecution. The Church urges all people and governments to cooperate fully in seeking the best solutions to meet human needs and relieve suffering.
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I'm sure all members of the Church agree that the religious persecution polygamists are suffering at the hands of the Utah legislature is something that needs speaking out against, right?
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