This week, a story in the Washington Post rocked the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Post got a hold of a whistleblower complaint from a former investment manager for the church who alleges it amassed $100 billion intended for charitable purposes.
The allegations that the church misled its members with their hard-earned money has angered many. Others stand with the church.
In a statement, the church calls the allegations “based on a narrow perspective and limited information.” The church says the vast majority of funds donated by members are used immediately for the church. The reserves, according to the statement, were safeguarded over many years through wise financial management.
To get some context for all of this, The Show turned to Patrick Mason. He’s the chair of Mormon History and Culture at Utah State University.
