J. Reuben Clark Quotes
May the Lord be with us at all times, under all circumstances; may he bring into our lives a burning desire to uphold the Constitution, a living faith in its inspired origin, that we may always be found among those who shall support it to the last breath.
Clark, J. Reuben. Conference Report. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Apr. 1941, p. 23.
This type of statement is so atypical of modern political leaders that it is very surprising to modern readers. Harry S Truman made similar statements when FDR died and he was suddenly thrust upon the world’s stage, but usually modern politicians want to impress the voters with their strength whether they have it or not.
Joshua Reuben Clark Jr. was an American attorney, civil servant, and a prominent leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Born in Grantsville, Utah Territory, Clark was a prominent attorney in the Department of State, and Undersecretary of State for U.S. President Calvin Coolidge. In 1930, Clark was appointed United States Ambassador to Mexico.