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Texas Polygamists: Sect or Cult?

Sociologist explores such groups and what keeps people there

By Matt Cantor,  Newser Staff

Posted Apr 10, 2008 2:12 PM CDT

(Newser) – While much of the media is calling the polygamous group raided in Texas a “sect,” some experts say it’s better defined as a cult, LiveScience reports. One scientist points out that the word “cult” is often avoided in academia for its...   Read full story »

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