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Russell M. Nelson, Longtime LDS Church Leader, Dies at 101

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Russell M. Nelson, Longtime LDS Church Leader, Dies at 101
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Russell M. Nelson, the oldest president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a former heart surgeon, died at 101. He led significant changes in church policies, including renaming efforts, LGBTQ+ policy adjustments, and global expansion, while also navigating controversies over abuse reports and racial history. His tenure was marked by efforts to modernize and diversify the church's leadership and outreach.

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