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Who accused Jerry Falwell of theft in the early 1990's?

  • Hustler Magazine

  • Liberty University staff

  • Members of his congregation

  • Opposing political leaders

Answer

Hustler Magazine accused Jerry Falwell, a prominent televangelist and conservative activist, of financial improprieties in the early 1990s. The magazine published an article alleging that Falwell had diverted funds from his religious organization, the Moral Majority, for personal use. The accusations sparked controversy and damaged Falwell's reputation, leading to his resignation from the Moral Majority and a decline in his influence.
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