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Senior VP of Public Policy & Culture

Policy & Culture

Through the Dobson Policy & Culture Center, we focus on issues related to righteousness in the culture, such as the sanctity of human life, the God-ordained institution of marriage, parental rights, freedom of religion, and other liberties guaranteed in the Constitution and Bill of Rights.

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…

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.

Critical Issue #3

Marriage & Family

Marriage serves as the foundation for every dimension of human life. Everything of value rests on it, including procreation and the care and training of children.

Critical Issue #4

Religious Liberty

The first item listed in the Bill of Rights within the U.S. Constitution addresses the issue of religious liberty.

Critical Issue #5

The Judicial System

Thomas Jefferson warned repeatedly about the emergence of an out-of-control judiciary that would destroy the Constitution and, along with it, America’s fundamental freedoms.

Critical Issue #6

Capitalism vs. Socialism

Democracy and capitalism have made our nation the most powerful and successful in the history of the world.

Critical Issue #7

The Nation of Israel

The Jews are God’s chosen people, and Israel is covenant land given to the Jews by Jehovah as an everlasting possession.

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Policy & Culture

Dr. James Dobson Announces Gary Bauer as Senior Vice President of Public Policy

Dr. James Dobson and the James Dobson Family Institute (JDFI) are pleased to announce that Gary Bauer has joined the JDFI team as Sr. Vice President of Public Policy.

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Dr. James Dobson Denounces President Biden’s Executive Order Promoting Abortion

This morning, President Biden signed an executive order promoting abortion.

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America Has A Heart Condition That Only Jesus Can Heal

America has a heart condition that only the one true God can heal. Help us, Lord Jesus!

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Another Win for Religious Liberty!

In yet another win for religious liberty on Monday, June 27, the Supreme Court issued a 6-3 ruling that former Bremerton, Washington High School assistant football coach Joseph Kennedy was exercising his First Amendment rights while praying with his players at the 50-yard line after games.

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SCOTUS: “We hold that Roe and Casey must be overruled”

Praise God! We have just received the news for which we have been praying and working! After nearly 50 years, a majority of Supreme Court justices, who refused to be intimidated by threats and violence, have finally struck down Roe v. Wade.

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SCOTUS Ruling: A Big Win for Religious Freedom!

Religious liberty just won a victory at the Supreme Court! This is a good day for the religious freedom guaranteed in our Bill of Rights, and also a win for the cause of educational choice.

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The Overturning of Roe v. Wade—What It Really Means

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision on the Dobbs case is imminent, and its outcome could very well overturn Roe v. Wade. Without question, the Left has created a swell of fury by perpetuating lies regarding the infamous Roe case and what it means if it is struck down as bad law. Our trusted friend, Gary Bauer, has served on this policy front for decades and has an astute understanding of what it all means. Please read this critical article written by Gary, and share it with your family and friends.

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Is the US Giving Sovereignty Over to the WHO?

This is urgent! The World Health Organization (WHO), with assistance from the Biden Administration, is set to vote on a provision that could give this organization control of the health directives of 193 countries around the world. If passed, it could allow communist China, which controls the WHO, to dictate our national health decisions.

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Leftists Suffering From Roe v. Wade Derangement Syndrome Harass Supreme Court Justices

Recently, the Left has become increasingly deranged over the potential of Roe v. Wade being overturned. From riotous mobs outside the homes of Supreme Court justices to pro-abortion activists defacing churches across the country in violation of federal law, to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) attempting to push through legislation codifying abortion on demand, the Left is showing their true colors. And they are as hideous as it gets.

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SCOTUS Leak that Roe Could be Overturned Rocks Nation

Politico broke the shocking news that a leaked opinion by Justice Samuel Alito reveals the Supreme Court of the United States has tentatively voted to overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey.

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Gary Bauer

Gary has an accomplished career in the public policy field, having served in numerous leadership positions during the past several decades. He participated in the Reagan administration as Under Secretary of Education, and then White House Head of the Office of Policy Development. After leaving the Reagan White House, Gary became president of the Family Research Council and senior vice president of Focus on the Family.

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A word from Dr. James Dobson

Dr. James Dobson

“Public policy” refers in other contexts to politics, such as elections and political parties. That is not what we mean by the term. Our focus is on issues related to righteousness in the culture, such as the sanctity of human life, the God-ordained institution of marriage, parental rights, freedom of religion, and other liberties guaranteed in the Constitution and Bill of Rights. This is an incomplete list but should be illustrative. Of course, we are also opposed to policies that are anti-biblical, such as critical race theory and other efforts to propagandize and manipulate the minds of children. We oppose the entire LGBTQ ideology, as well as adultery, premarital sex, and matters that most conservative Christians view as contrary to Scripture. At the heart of our belief system is a biblical worldview, such as absolute truth and the teachings of Jesus. We are committed to the family as outlined in the Book of Genesis, a view of the family that is under vicious attack from within our culture. We are here to defend the family with every resource. Indeed, defending and promoting these beliefs and the truths in God’s Word are our raison d’etre, our reason to be.
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