Randy Sweet, with Mormonism Research Ministry, hands out religious publications outside of the Brigham City Utah Temple in Brigham City on Friday, Sept. 14, 2012.
Kristin Murphy, Deseret News
Eric Johnson of the Mormonism Research Ministry has every right to express his disagreement with the LDS church. Freedom of speech is something we can all appreciate. What some of us don't appreciate is his disregard for the law of common courtesy and respect. When he holds an open house, I won't be there standing on the sidewalk obstructing the path of those coming to see what he's got to offer.
Ike J. May
West Jordan
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Common courtesy and respect mean you do not belittle, attack or demean another's religious beliefs.
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Common courtesy and respect are relative.
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