Idaho LDS leaders join interfaith coalition opposing abortion ballot measure
September 17, 2026 at 7:01 PM MT · via Deseret News · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Latter-day Saint leaders in Idaho have joined other religious groups in publicly opposing a state abortion ballot measure, according to the Deseret News. The interfaith coalition announced its position ahead of the upcoming vote.
The Church's involvement reflects its pattern of taking public positions on ballot measures it views as having moral implications. Idaho has a significant Latter-day Saint population, making the Church's stance potentially influential in the election outcome.
The article details the coalition's arguments and the specifics of the ballot measure being opposed.
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