Why is Mormon-bashing Ok?

"You can’t be openly racist, sexist, or anti-Semitic in America. But anti-Mormon? Go for it...."

In case anyone who reads this blog isn't friends with me on Facebook, I wanted to share this article. This topic is a hot one at our house these days. It does seem unfair doesn't it? Protecting minorities, all except Mormons. I think especially in many academic circles, making fun of Mormons is perfectly acceptable. The beginning of the article is a perfect example.

Thank you to the Christian Science Monitor, and the author (who is not a Mormon) for addressing this issue. Here it is