In response to current events, Richard Ostler made a statement denouncing the comparison of political figures and scriptural characters on Instagram.
papa_ostler, "Comparing a political candidate (from either party) to a Book of Mormon prophet/hero is not cool," Instagram (Oct 29, 2020).
Comparing a political candidate (from either party) to a Book of Mormon prophet/hero is not cool. It's spiritual manipulation to motivate others to vote for your candidate.