In this episode, we join Matt Harris to discuss the aftermath of lifting the priesthood and temple ban in the LDS Church. We explore how Bruce R. McConkie’s account of the revelation was embellished and the damage control efforts by top church leaders. We also examine President Kimball’s controversial remarks about Native Americans and his later regret over those comments. This discussion focuses on chapter eight of Matt Harris’ book, “Second Class Saints.”

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