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The Fundamentalist Latter Day Saints is one of the largest fundamental mormon denominations...  The group was originally created by Lorin C. Woolley in Hildale, Utah,  after being excommunicated from the LDS Church for refusing to to abandon the practice of  plural marriages (polygamy). His mission was to continue the practice of polygamy alongside people with his same beliefs. They believe that it is a commandment of God for a man to have multiple wives, and that it was the only way for him to receive the highest form of salvation. Warren Jeffs, current (alleged) leader of FLDS today, commanding from prison, is known to have over 70 illegal marriages, a third of which are with underage girls.

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Current leader Warren Jeffs, "Prophet", of the FLDS Church with one oh his numerous underage brides.

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After Warren's father Rulon Jeffs died in 2002, Warren Jeff's was named the Prophet, a position in which he was to relay the message of God directly to his followers. Jeff's not only preached to his followers, he also dictated every aspect of their lives. He controlled things such as who married who, what toys kids could play with, what men and women could wear, and he set limits such as no swimming, no watching tv, and no leaving the YfZ ranch. In 2005, Warren was on the run for his arrest, which was issued on charges of conspiracy to commit rape and sexual conduct with a minor. Jeff's managed to land himself on the FBI's top ten most wanted list, before being captured in 2006. In 2011, Warren was convicted of two felony accounts of the sexual assault of children, and is now facing life plus 20 years. It is rumored that he still controls aspects of the Church from prison.

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Warren Jeffs, named the "Prophet" is seen as a superior being to every member of the church. He prides himself on being in charge and of higher value and importance than everyone else, thus leaving others feeling weak, powerless, incompetent or insecure.

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At the main ranch alone, called YFZ, there were 500 residents all living in close quarters. Everyone knew everything about everyone.

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On the outside looking in, the Church looks uniform and organized. One man runs the operation and everyone follows. As an outsider, the first thought may be why... or how... Their questions and ideas may be intriguing enough for them to join.

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Having someone make all of your decisions for you, such as who you can marry, what clothes you're allowed to wear, what toys your kids can play with may sound like a dream come true to someone who is indecisive and hasn't figured out a better plan or engagement in life. People of the church are summoned and having no other priorities in life, jump at the opportunity to be apart of something.

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Like previously stated, there are 500 residents living at the YFZ in very tight quarters. Not only that, the leader Warren Jeffs, keeps his eyes and ears out for any misconduct. Including watching young children play at recess. It is impossible to not be watched by others in this group.

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Culture Encourages Respect for Social Standards: 

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Culture Encourages Respect for Social Standards: 

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The culture of the church is based around respect and belief of God and the Prophet Jeffs. If one refuses to follow either expectation, they will be banished from the ranch with no resources, friends, or family. They are referred to as "Lost Boys" (typically being men).

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The residents of the YFZ ranch are refused internet, cable, or tv at all. The only people with outside contact are Warren and his brother. This community is kept in the dark about news events, politics, natural disasters and loose criminals such as their leader.

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Every member of the church is treated the same (broken down into men, women and children of course). They are treated with the same respect, they receive the same information and sermons, and they have the same beliefs. If they do not, they are excommunicated.

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Warren Jeffs controls everything. What women marries what man, who is excommunicated, what men and women wear, what activities are allowed, etc. He gives everyone the same responsibility and expects the same from every member of the church.

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Lack of Norms requiring Methodical Procedures:

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Lack of Norms requiring Methodical Procedures:

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Some would say that nothing is normal about this church and their beliefs. Underage girls being forced to bear the children of older men, marry them, and then be sent off to another seems unusual to any other society in America.

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Homogeneity of Members Social Background: 

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Homogeneity of Members Social Background: 

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People seeking out the church may feel lonely or outcasted, which can lead to needing to feel wanted and appreciated... The group may be a place for them to go to feel like they belong to something. It gives them a purpose. Other than that, the others are raised in the church and grew up having it be the only life they've ever known, so it's something that they stick with.

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In one example, Warren made it seem as though God sent a drought to the town because they were not fulfilling their godly services. They, of course, had no idea that this weather was predicted through the news that Jeffs was consuming. After that, Warren made it seem like he could protect the people from outside threats such as weather and posers as long as the fulfilled his wishes and the wishes of God.

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Looking around seeing the people to your left and the people to your right doing something, your natural instinct is to follow suit. This was the case for FLDS members. If one refused to follow protocol, they would be publicly shamed and possibly excommunicated.

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When the Victim can't be seen or Heard: 

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When the Victim can't be seen or Heard: 

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In this case, the victims are the residents who are banished from the ranches. Stories are told by Jeff's about how miserable the outsiders are, and are believed from lack of outside knowledge. They believe leaving results in worse case scenarios.

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When an Authority Figure is Directly Watching: 

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When an Authority Figure is Directly Watching: 

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Jeffs was always watching. Bringing up again him watching the school children on the playground at recess from his office. If they disobeyed they would be brought inside and punished.

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Authority Figure Participated by Observing: 

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Not only did Jeffs observe, he followed the same orders he gave to everyone else. He had many wives, some underage, and many children. He "practiced what he preached" in every way. He just stretched the truth when it came to weather and circumstances of the outside world.

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When the Authority Figure has higher status: 

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When the Authority Figure has higher status: 

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Warren Jeffs, their leader, is literally named "the Prophet". Meaning an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of God. He controlled each person of the Church. Whether he delt with them directly or indirectly, Jeffs had power over everyone, and they all knew it.

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https://www.biography.com/crime-figure/warren-jeffs

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2018/04/08/mormon-fundamentalist-yfz-ranch-raid/492767002/

https://abcnews.go.com/US/things-didnt-flds-church/story?id=30827256

https://www.cnn.com/2013/10/31/us/fundamentalist-church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints-fast-facts/index.html