Ifs Quote by Brigham Young
“'Do you think that we shall ever be admitted as a State into the Union without denying the principle of polygamy?' If we are not admitted until then, we shall never be admitted.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Utah Constitutional Convention, 1895
Young argues that admitting Utah without banning polygamy would contradict its principles, making admission impossible.
In simple terms: Polygamy blocks statehood unless rejected.
Key Takeaway
Accept or reject polygamy to join the Union.
Themes
politics
religion
statehood
Mood
tense
conflicted
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- state admission negotiations
- religious reform
- constitutional debates
Key Concepts
legal compromise
principle conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- Can a state join the Union while maintaining conflicting practices?
- What compromises are acceptable for political integration?
A Different Perspective
Polygamy may persist despite legal pressure.
