In the early days of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church), it's members often had political clout in the areas they settled simply because of their sheer numbers. Generally during these times, wherever the Mormons were, the majority of the population was Mormon. Since they all had the same values and beliefs, they often voted the same way. Mormons have always been encouraged to vote and participate in the political process.
Political clout refers to the influence, power, or ability that individuals or groups have to shape political decisions, policies, or outcomes. It often comes from factors such as wealth, social connections, or public support. Those with political clout can use their influence to advance their interests and goals within the political system.
The answer is that President Polk didn't think it was a good decision to make politically. Although the numbers of Mormons were growing at the time the people that opposed them were more numerically and had more political clout. Pesident Polk told the Mormons that were sent to him that if he helped the Mormorns then he would be commiting political suicide. He didn't think he could be re-electd if he helped them. So murder and wholesale theft of property was allowed to happen because a President was concerned about his re-election.
the presidential election signaled that the south was losing its national political clout
All are important, but Russia has the most political clout.
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They don't. That might be the opinion of a few Mormons, but not most Mormons. The Church itself has said nothing on the matter. Mormons are encouraged to form their own political opinions.
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John Clout's birth name is John Donald Clout.
Mormons traveled west in either a conestoga wagon or handcart and settled in Utah.
Many other groups have a good deal of political clout.
John Clout goes by Jack.
Yes. 'To clout' means to hit, or strike.