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Policy & Culture

Through the Dobson Policy 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

The Importance of Protecting Parental Rights

This week, the United States Department of State held an historic summit for international religious freedom. Delegates, foreign ministers, and non-government advocates from approximately 80 countries

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Dr. James Dobson Praises Trump Administration’s Proposed Regulation Change to Title X Family Planning Federal Grant Program

I wholeheartedly commend the Trump Administration for finally putting teeth behind the Hyde Amendment. Much like the regulations that President Reagan put into place in the 80s, this proposed change m

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Dr. James Dobson Issues Statement Applauding Opening of US Embassy in Jerusalem

We celebrate a truly momentous and historic event that has taken place in Israel, as the U.S. formally moves its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Indeed, the prospect of peace has never been possib

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‘If Ever This Nation Needed Prayer, It’s Now’: National Day of Prayer Leaders Urge Christians to Pray for Unity

Millions of Americans are recognizing this year's National Day of Prayer through events all over the country, with the main one taking place Thursday night inside the US Capitol.

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Dr. James Dobson Issues Statement, Offers Condolences to Parents of Alfie Evans

Dr. James Dobson issues the following statement in defense of the right to life for Alfie Evans, 23-month-old who was the subject of a tragic court battle in England and passed away this past weekend.

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Dr. James Dobson Says Omnibus Spending Bill’s Funding of Planned Parenthood is a ‘Betrayal’

In passing the very immoral Federal Omnibus spending bill, the Republican establishment in both the House and the Senate has betrayed those who put them in office in the first place. While there are m

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Dr. James Dobson Issues Statement on Mississippi Bill that Would Prohibit Abortion After 15 Weeks

After the Senate's recent failure to pass the Pain-Capable Act, which would have prohibited abortion after 20-weeks, I am greatly encouraged by, and entirely supportive of the lawmakers of Mississippi

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Dr. James Dobson Issues Statement in Reaction to Rev. Billy Graham’s Passing

I am profoundly saddened by the news of Rev. Billy Graham's passing. Throughout all the years of my own ministry, Billy Graham has always been there, as a brother in Christ, faithfully proclaiming the

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Dr. James Dobson Calls Out Republican Senators Murkowski & Collins for Voting ‘No’ on the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act

I simply cannot let the U.S. Senate’s failure to pass the Pain-Capable Act fade into memory without letting the American people know about it. The Christian community would be complicit if we a

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Dr. James Dobson Issues Statement in Reaction to the Senate’s Failure to Hold Floor Vote on ‘Pain-Capable Act’

I am profoundly saddened by today’s news that the Senate has failed to even hold a floor vote on the ‘Pain-Capable Act’ which would have outlawed abortion at 20-weeks, when scienc

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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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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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