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Episode 19 of Apostates explores whether excommunication effectively serves the LDS Church's goals by examining Margaret Tuscano's insights from Gospel Tangents. We analyze how church discipline impacts movements like September Six, Ordain Women, and Mormons for ERA, questioning whether silencing prominent voices truly stops dissent or simply pushes conversations elsewhere. We discuss how excommunication might prioritize institutional control over doctrinal purity, creating fear among members while potentially strengthening external criticism. We examine the tension between maintaining authority and fostering open dialogue within the Church community.

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• Video_Does excommunication work?_944_Gospel Tangents

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Explore whether excommunication works. Focus on the key points. Keep it simple and short. Do not go over every details. What are the key takeaways for members of the LDS Church.

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