Archive · 21 Aug 2025
James Dobson, Social Conservative Leader, Dies at 89
James Dobson, a well-known figure who wanted to promote Christian values, has passed away.
He started an organization called Focus on the Family to share his beliefs through radio, books, and other means.
Dobson was against abortion and same-sex marriage, thinking they went against traditional family values.
While he had many supporters, some people disagreed with his views.
He had a doctorate in child development and aimed to influence society with his conservative ideals.
He passed the leadership of his organization to Jim Daly, but remained involved through the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute.
James Dobson, a key figure in America's social conservative movement, has died at 89.
Dobson founded Focus on the Family in 1977 to promote a conservative agenda.
He opposed abortion rights and gay marriage, viewing them as threats to the traditional family.
Dobson had a significant influence through radio broadcasts and books.
He graduated with a doctorate in child development from the University of Southern California.
- Who
- James Dobson, founder of Focus on the Family.
- What
- Death of James Dobson, prominent social conservative figure.
- When
- Thursday, date not specified
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- No specific cause of death was given.
Critics' Views
Supporters' Views
Assessment of Influence
Critics' Views
Viewed Dobson as an agent of intolerance.
Supporters' Views
Broad support in the U.S. heartland.
- Full Name
- James Clayton Dobson
- Age at Death
- 89
- Born
- April 21, 1936
- Education
- Doctorate in Child Development
- Founded
- Focus on the Family (1977)
- Key Beliefs
- Anti-abortion, against gay marriage, pro-family