Benjamin E. Park

Dr. Benjamin Park, a historian of Mormonism and professor at Sam Houston State University, dives into the surprising embrace of Christian nationalism by Latter-day Saints. He explores the unexpected historical ties between these two movements, from the Kingdom of Nauvoo's political ambitions to the influence of Cleon Skousen's writings. Park examines the evolution of LDS political identity, the rise of support for Trump, and dissenting voices within the community, revealing a complex landscape of faith and politics.