When most people think of Mormons and politics, they think of ultra-conservative Republicans with a particularly moralistic streak. They think of Mormons as being anathema to progressives, and hating anything to do with Democrats. The secular liberal community wants nothing to do with Mormons, and for the most part, Mormons feel similar.
But I reject that. I reject the idea that Mormons can't be liberals. I reject the idea that Mormons are moralists. I reject the idea that I can't be a secular leftist in my politics while using my LDS faith to inform my values. I reject the idea that I must be hostile to minorities, because "that's what Mormons do". I reject the common Mormon belief that "free agency" means "government can't tax you". I reject all the political stereotypes placed on Mormons.
I am a proud Mormon liberal, and here's why.