Episode 18: Joseph Smith for President (Derek Sainsbury)
Y Religion · BYU Religious Education
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Show Notes
From the early days of the Restoration, Latter-day Saints learned firsthand that politics could impact the practice of their faith. Frustrated with politicians, in 1844 Joseph Smith launched his own U.S. Presidency campaign. Many don't know that Joseph ran for President, or why. In this episode, Dr. Derek Sainsbury shares insights from his groundbreaking publication on Joseph Smith's campaign, helping us understand why appropriate participation in politics is often related to building the kingdom of God.