No political party is justified to continue in existence…
“No political party is justified to continue in existence unless it clearly states the principles which it advocates, the platform upon which its candidates stand, and then with integrity, when and if elected, carry out those principles and live up to that platform. Except that be the case, we as Latter-day Saints should not align ourselves to any party, because we do not have the basis upon which we can make an intelligent decision. We must know what they stand for before we can favor them with our vote.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Political parties must clearly state and uphold their principles; without that, Latter‑day Saints should stay unaffiliated until they can evaluate platforms.
In simple terms: Know a party’s principles before supporting them.
Key Takeaway
Research and align with clear, principled platforms.
Themes
politics
integrity
faith
decision‑making
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- voting
- community leadership
- faith discussions
Key Concepts
civic engagement
ethical voting
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define a principled platform?
- How do you verify a party’s integrity?
A Different Perspective
Party platforms can be vague or shift.