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Mormonism and American Exceptionalism
posted on July 27, 2012At The New Republic, Amy Sullivan writes on Romney’s view of American exceptionalism. In a recent speech, Romney said, “I am an unapologetic believer in the greatness of this country.” Sullivan notes the ties between Mormonism and Romney’s view, writing, “[A]n enthusiastic belief in American exceptionalism is part of Mormon culture and theology.”