White, Republican, Latter-day Saint? Helping families means moving past Utah stereotypes
Document Type
Article
Journal/Book Title/Conference
Deseret News
Publisher
Deseret News Publishing Co.
Publication Date
5-6-2021
Abstract
Utah is often criticized for its lack of diversity. When people think of the “typical Utah family,” they probably picture a white, Republican Latter-day Saint household made up of a husband, wife and kids. Lots of kids. But the truth is much more nuanced. Just as it’s dangerous to have a single story about child care or who makes a better leader, it’s important to see beyond the stereotypes of Utah families. If our perceptions and policies are tailored to one version of that family — even if it’s the majority — we are essentially refusing to see the full range of our community.
Recommended Citation
Madsen, S. R. (2021, May 6). White, republican, Latter-day Saint? Helping families means moving past Utah stereotypes. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2021/5/6/22412713/white-republican-latter-day-sainthelping-families-means-moving-past-utah-stereotypes
