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Church sources discussing issues with Joseph Smith and politics
Church sources discussing issues with Joseph Smith and politics
Joseph's campaign for President
The fact: Joseph campaigned for President of the United States
Where it can be found: The Ensign
- February 2009, Ensign: It was unanimously decided that Joseph Smith would run for president of the United States on an independent platform. Thus began one of the most fascinating third-party presidential campaigns in American history.
—Arnold K. Garr, “Joseph Smith: Campaign for President of the United States,” Ensign, Feb 2009, 48–52 off-site (emphasis added)
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