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“We must be devoted to sound principles in word and deed: principle above party, principle above pocketbook, principle above popularity.”

Quote by Ezra Taft Benson

Book:God, family, country: our three great loyalties

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God, family, country: our three great loyalties

This work is a scholarly examination of the complex interplay between religious faith, familial ties, and national identity. It examines how these loyalties shape personal values, societal norms, and political ideologies. The book draws on a wide range of historical examples and contemporary issues to illustrate the enduring relevance of these three great loyalties in the modern world. more

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Ezra Taft Benson

Ezra Taft Benson was a notable American farmer and politician. Born on August 4, 1899, in Whitney, Idaho, he dedicated much of his life to agricultural endeavors. Serving as the Secretary of Agriculture under President Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1953 to 1956, Benson was also a member of the LDS Church and a leader within the church's ranks. more

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