Mormons raised an estimated $22 million to support California's Proposition 8, which denied marriage rights to same-sex couples in 2008.
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Mormons raised an estimated $22 million to support California's Proposition 8, which denied marriage rights to same-sex couples in 2008.
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Reed Cowan, a former Mormon missionary, shifted his focus from gay teen homelessness to the influence of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on California's Proposition 8. Released on June 18, 2010, "8: The Mormon Proposition" details the church's financial backing, including an estimated $22 million raised for the campaign. It also documents the experiences of LGBTQ youth in Utah, many of whom face homelessness after being rejected by their families.
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Why Watch
- Find out how the LDS Church funded Proposition 8.
- See the impact of Mormon ideology on LGBTQ youth.
- Meet filmmaker Reed Cowan and his personal story.
Did You Know
- The LDS Church raised an estimated $22 million for Proposition 8.
- 80% of LGBTQ youth on the streets in Utah were evicted by their families.
- The film grossed $100,280 in total at the box office.
- 65% of critics gave the film a positive review on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main focus of 8: The Mormon Proposition?
The documentary examines the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its support of California Proposition 8, which denied LGBT human rights.
How much money did Mormons raise for California Proposition 8?
Mormons raised an estimated $22 million to support the campaign for California Proposition 8.
What was the box office gross of 8: The Mormon Proposition?
The total gross of the film is $100,280.
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