Elder Oaks should read his own speeches
Like you I was greatly troubled by these comments. Members have no recourse if we cannot constructively criticize. Ironically, Elder Oaks agrees. On May 4, 1986 he gave a speech outlining five ways in which we can criticize/correct church leaders who are in error. He cites a terrific quote from President Hinckley: "I am not asking that that all criticism be silenced. Growth comes of correction". We can and should criticize where appropriate.
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