STRONGWILLED James Dobson's Worst Nightmare Part 2
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Oct 13, 2025 The hosts dig into James Dobson's controversial influence, linking his purity culture to troubling patterns of child sexualization. They critique his role in the Meese Commission, highlighting the missed warnings about intrafamilial child predators. Dobson's political activism, including ties to anti-LGBTQ legislation and international efforts, is examined. The discussion also covers how Dobson's anti-pornography stance served as a façade for authoritarian family values, along with the disturbing implications of purity balls and conversion therapy.
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Dobson’s Media Power And Origins
- James Dobson built Focus on the Family as a multimedia empire modeled on earlier eugenicist organizations.
- His radio reach and global ambitions made it a political as well as parenting influence.
Meese Commission vs. Dobson’s Messaging
- Dobson served on the 1985 Meese Commission on Pornography and repeatedly heard testimony about intrafamilial predators.
- Despite this, he promoted 'stranger danger' narratives that misdirected attention away from community abusers.
Friendship With A Predator Exposed
- D.L. recounts Father Bruce Ritter as Dobson's ally who was later exposed as a predator and embezzler.
- Dobson knew about the accusations but failed to use his platform to protect children.
