Warren Jeffs' Guilty Verdict Leaves FLDS Flock in Denial, Confused

The FLDS prophet’s rape conviction leaves his flock confused and trying to cope with his absence. By Carol McKinley.

Published Aug. 5 2011 12:09AM EDT

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Warren Jeffs’ most loyal followers are likely waking up today blaming themselves for the public smackdown of the person they worship as “the purest man on earth.”

Carol McKinley

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Warren Jeffs' Guilty Verdict Leaves FLDS Flock in Denial, Confused

The FLDS prophet’s rape conviction leaves his flock confused and trying to cope with his absence. By Carol McKinley.

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Carol McKinley