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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.

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What’s at Stake on Election Day?

In just a few short days, Americans will head to the polls to vote in what could certainly be the most monumental election of our lifetime. Dr. James Dobson plays a recorded message from Father Ed Meeks, who encourages the Church to vote according to biblical principles. He then reads from his October newsletter, explaining the issues that are at stake.

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Setting a Moral Compass – Part 2

It's futile to try to establish societal ethics and laws without acknowledging God as the ultimate lawgiver. Dr. James Dobson and Dr. Bill Bennett answer questions from the studio audience, along with explaining why immorality is more rampant today than ever before, and imploring America to return to promoting godliness and family values.

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Setting a Moral Compass – Part 1

How can anyone know what is good or evil? Who determines right from wrong? Dr. James Dobson and Dr. Bill Bennett examine why God alone can be our only source and measure of morality. Dr. Bennett also talks about his battles against the music industry for marketing highly sexual, violent and obscene music, and why parents need to know what their kids are listening to.

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Policy & Culture

Dr. James Dobson Praises the Confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett to the U.S. Supreme Court

October 27, 2020 — Amy Coney Barrett has been confirmed as the newest associate justice to the U.S. Supreme Court. That is good news for the American people and for our constitutional republic!

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The New Sexual Revolution Part 2

In schools across this country, an obscene, progressive curriculum is being forced upon the innocent minds of our young people. Dr. James Dobson and guest Lori Kuykendall shine a light on abhorrent sex-ed programs in our public schools, along with the proliferation of the LGBTQ agenda, and how parents can have greater influence in what their children are being taught.

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The New Sexual Revolution Part 1

America's "Sexual Revolution" in the 60's and 70's was touted as a liberating crusade, but in reality, it warped God's design for human sexuality. Dr. James Dobson considers the continuing cultural fallout from this radical ideology with Lori Kuykendall, President and CEO of the Medical Center for Sexual Health. They discuss some specific ways that this movement has hurt our children, and Lori shares her heart for abstinence education.

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The New Sexual Revolution

America's "Sexual Revolution" in the 60's and 70's was touted as a liberating crusade, but in reality, it warped God's design for human sexuality. Dr. James Dobson considers the continuing cultural fallout from this radical ideology with Lori Kuykendall, President and CEO of the Medical Center for Sexual Health. They discuss some specific ways that this movement has hurt our children, and Lori shares her heart for abstinence education.

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Prayer Makes a Difference

The late Reverend Jerry Falwell, Sr. is credited with saying, "Nothing of eternal significance ever happens apart from prayer." What is the impact of our petitions to God? Pastor Jack Graham emphasizes what our personal and national posture should be toward God, and why we mustn't lose heart in our prayer requests.

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Dr. Dobson’s Prayer to the Nation

Dr. Dobson commends President Trump for keeping his promises to Christians. These include his three conservative Supreme Court nominations and appointing over 200 conservative judges to federal courts; his firm stances on religious liberty and school choice; and his unwavering support of the nation of Israel.

In closing, Dr. Dobson reaches out to Christians everywhere to join him in fervent prayer for the soul of our nation, for its children and future generations, for a spiritual renewal, and that He will intercede in the outcome of our election and set our country on a godly path.

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Policy & Culture

Dr. James Dobson Denounces Joe Biden’s Willingness to Put Children in Harm’s Way

October 21, 2020 — Last week during a town hall meeting, Democrat presidential candidate Joe Biden expressed his unequivocal support for the dangerous transgender movement targeting our yo

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