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Dr. James Dobson

Dr. James Dobson was the Founder Chairman of the James Dobson Family Institute, a nonprofit organization that produced his radio program, Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and held 18 honorary doctoral degrees. He also was the author of more than 70 books dedicated to the preservation of the family.

Dr. Dobson served as an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of Southern California School of Medicine for 14 years, and on the attending staff of Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles for 17 years in the divisions of child development and medical genetics.

He advised five U.S. presidents and served on eight national commissions.

Dr. Dobson was married to Shirley for just shy of 65 years, and he was the beloved father of two grown children, Danae and Ryan, and two grandchildren.

Content By Dr. James Dobson

Critical Issue

Critical Issue #2 – The Sanctity of Human Life

All life is sacred and is a gift from Almighty God. Sadly, however, many people in our society no longer understand or acknowledge the sanctity of human life.

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Critical Issue

Critical Issue #1 – The Next Generation

There is a fierce battle being waged now in our nation's classrooms for the hearts and souls of our children and grandchildren. Make no mistake, the left and the secular culture are manipulating the minds of your sons and daughters every day of the year.

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Broadcasts

One on One with Bill Gaither – Part 2

Gospel music pioneer Bill Gaither has been recognized with many accolades, including his induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. He has also been awarded over 100 gold and platinum records, plus eight Grammys. However, on today's edition of Family Talk, this former English teacher reveals to Dr. James Dobson that his passion is to teach the next generation some key lessons. He just happens to do it through music and storytelling. His words of wisdom to Dr. Dobson include: be generous; act responsibly; have compassion; make memories; encourage others; and, most of all, love God.

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Broadcasts

One on One with Bill Gaither – Part 1

Music. It's an art form and an instrument of expression that has been used throughout the ages to release praise, share deep emotions, and heal the soul. It affects everyone differently but is consistently influential. On today's special program, Dr. James Dobson visits with gospel music legend Bill Gaither about what inspired him to write over 700 worship songs, including "Because He Lives," "The King Is Coming," and "He Touched Me."

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Policy & Culture

Gender Identity: Schools’ Big Secret

If your child is struggling academically in school, chances are you'll be notified.

But if your child is struggling with his or her God-given gender? Don't count on it.

The latest s

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Policy & Culture

America is Heading in the Wrong Direction

A recent poll reveals that 7 out of 10 Americans believe the U.S. is headed in the wrong direction.

The poll, conducted by NBC News, reveals that 54 percent of respondents disapprove of Pre

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Policy & Culture

Biden Administration May Institute a “Marriage Penalty”

You can't have a strong nation without strong marriages and families.

Unfortunately, recent actions by the Biden administration may deal another blow to the institution of marriage.

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Policy & Culture

School Board Boots Parent Who Reads from Sexually Explicit Book Found in the High School Library

Public schools are increasingly under fire for exposing students to sexually explicit materials. 

If recent events are any indication, some school officials don't seem to mind exposing kids

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Policy & Culture

It’s a “Mom-Led Revolution”

The National School Boards Association (NSBA) compared parents to domestic terrorists and only apologized after a nationwide outcry.

The group Moms for America said the apology isn't enough

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Policy & Culture

Department of State Proudly Denies Biological Reality

The Biden administration has issued "the first U.S. passport with an X gender marker."

In other words, the U.S. Department of State is now willingly denying scientific reality in order to f

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