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James Dobson, Founder of Focus on the Family, Has Died

Dr. James Dobson influenced five U.S. presidents and shaped evangelical family values through his books and advocacy, impacting millions over decades.

  • Dobson founded the influential ministry Focus on the Family in 1977, which grew to have over 1,000 employees and impacted U.S. conservative politics.
  • He served as an adviser to five U.S. presidents and was a significant voice in American conservative politics.
  • Dobson is survived by his wife, Shirley, their children, and grandchildren, leaving behind a legacy of promoting conservative family values.
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The founder of the Christian ministry Focus on the Family, Dr. James Dobson, died at 89. He was an advisor to five presidents, including Donald Trump.

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KTVB broke the news in Boise, United States on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
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