Christian psychologist and author Dr. James Dobson is the founder of the non-profit organization Focus on the Family. On February 27, 2009, Dobson announced that he was retiring as the chairman of the board of Focus on the Family, but would still play an important role in the group. Air Force Lt. Gen. Patrick P. Caruana will replace Dobson on the board of directors.LifeNews.com: Focus on the Family Dobson Retires as Head of Pro-Life Group (February 27, 2009) Dobson said he will continue to host the radio program Focus on the Family.The Dallas Morning News: James Dobson stepping down as chairman... (February 27, 2009)
Fast Facts:
- Born: April 21, 1936
- Birthplace: Shreveport, Louisiana
- Is an Evangelical Christian
- Political Affiliation: Republican Party
- Spouse: Shirley Dobson
- Resides in Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Founder of Focus on the Family
- Earned his Ph.D. from the University of South Carolina in 1967Official Site: Dr. Dobson Bio
- Resigned as chairman of Focus on the Family in February 2009
- Dobson has authored 36 booksOfficial Site: Dr. Dobson Bio
- Parenting book Dare to Discipline sold over 4.5 million copiesOfficial Site: Dr. Dobson Bio
- Dobson was called the "nation's most influential evangelical leader" by The New York Times in 2005The New York Times: Evangelical Leader...(January 1, 2005)
Focus on the Family
Dr. James Dobson founded the non-profit organization Focus on the Family in 1977. The Colorado Springs based group offers marital, parenting and family advice from a Christian perspective. The organization also has a radio broadcast show of the same name.Official Site: About Focus on the Family In February 299, Dobson stepped down as the chairman of the board but said he would remain active in the organization.LifeNews.com: Focus on the Family Dobson Retires as Head of Pro-Life Group (February 27, 2009)
