About Gary A.

Gary works on national security issues for a left-leaning think tank in Washington, D.C. He has a J.D. from the University of Georgia School of Law and a B.A. in International Relations (with a Middle Eastern Studies and Arabic emphasis) from BYU. He is an active member of the LDS Church.

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Mormons and Free Trade

Despite a rocky history, Mormons have come to love free trade. They... read more

What Vox got wrong about Jon Huntsman

Why did Trump pick Huntsman as Ambassador to Russia? The reasons are... read more

Oaks vs. Oaks: First Cousins and LDS General...

Elders Dallin H. Oaks and Robert C. Oaks may have the same... read more

If Thomas Friedman were Mormon . . .

The New York Times columnist would love the Church's Global Education Initiative,... read more

A Chastened Chaffetz Should Learn from Mo Udall

Jason Chaffetz was recently tasked by angry constituents to "do [his] job."... read more

Why I'm Fasting for Hillary Clinton

On the first Sunday of every month, Mormons all over the world... read more

Trump's Threat to Mormons

Donald Trump poses a unique threat to the interests, freedom, and safety... read more

No, Elder Oaks, Trump’s No Santa Claus

Prior to the March 22nd Utah caucuses, LDS Church members may have... read more

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