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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

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Freeing the Family From Pornography Part 2

In a culture rife with obscenity and pornography—do you worry about how to protect your kids? We all do, and so we shouldn’t miss Dr. Dobson sitting down with three experts committed to helping Christian families lead lives of sexual purity. Learn how to guard your family, and keep your own heart clean.

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Freeing the Family From Pornography Part 1

In a culture rife with obscenity and pornography—do you worry about how to protect your kids? We all do, and so we shouldn’t miss Dr. Dobson sitting down with three experts committed to helping Christian families lead lives of sexual purity. Learn how to guard your family, and keep your own heart clean.

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Our Response to the 2012 Election Part 2

Many of you have been asking, "What is Dr. James Dobson's reaction to last week's national election?" We analyze the results and discuss the key issues with special guest Penny Nance, CEO of Concerned Women for America.

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Our Response to the 2012 Election Part 1

Many of you have been asking, "What is Dr. James Dobson's reaction to last week's national election?" We analyze the results and discuss the key issues with special guest Penny Nance, CEO of Concerned Women for America.

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Can I Really Understand Politics?

From political ads to pontificating pundits, is this election getting on your nerves? What does all of this name calling and arguing really have to do with freedom and self-government? If you want to learn more about the political process, listen in as former conservative Congressman, Bob McEwen breaks it down for us...

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Newsletters

Extended Families – November 2012 Newsletter

Dr. Dobson's November 2012
Newsletter

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Dr. Dobson Speaks Out on Religious Liberty

We are so close to this incredibly important election , Dr. James Dobson has said it's probably the most critical election of his lifetime. Are you as informed as you need to be on the issues affecting our culture and YOUR family, like the fight to protect our religious liberty? You might be surprised to hear how our freedoms are being threatened.

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Prayer for this Election and Beyond

It's not too late to make a positive impact on your country , the election is just one week away. Hear how you can join in on the concert of prayer on behalf of our nation. Prayer is effective, but God also needs his people to get out there and vote to make a difference. So, tune in to learn the importance of praying beyond this election.

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Ten Habits of Happy Mothers Part 3

Moms , would you say that you ENJOY your daily tasks? Okay, so NO one likes changing dirty diapers or scrubbing toilets, but along the way there are moments of joy to mothering, and you'll learn how to savor them. Hear encouragement for your important role as a mom.

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Ten Habits of Happy Mothers Part 2

Being a mom is one of the toughest jobs in the world. But we all know that it pays RICH dividends. Moms, listen in as our host, Dr. James Dobson, is joined by Dr. Meg Meeker, the author of "Ten Habits of Happy Mothers." Learn how to focus on what REALLY matters to your family.

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