ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Civil rights and Mormonism

Okay kiddo, have you ever heard of civil rights? It's when everyone in a community is treated with fairness and respect. They have the right to be safe, have access to education and opportunities, and can vote and have a say in how things are run.

Now, let's talk about Mormonism. It's a religion that was founded by a man named Joseph Smith. This religion has a book called the Book of Mormon, and it teaches people to be kind and follow God's commandments.

But there was a time when some people in the Mormon religion did not believe in civil rights. They did not treat everyone fairly and with respect. In the past, some people in the Mormon church believed that people with dark skin were not equal to those with lighter skin, and they did not allow them to do some things like going to certain schools or getting certain jobs.

But over time, things have changed. The Mormon church now believes in treating everyone equally and with respect, regardless of their skin color or background. The church has worked hard to change their beliefs and practices, and they now support civil rights for all people.

So, just like we should be kind to everyone and treat them fairly, regardless of how they look or where they come from, the Mormon church now also believes in civil rights and treating everyone equally.