James Dobson, a child psychologist and minister who became one of the most influential figures in America's Christian conservative movement, has died at 89.

Dobson founded the influential Focus on the Family evangelical group in the 1970s, advised five presidents and hosted a weekly radio show that was broadcast by 1,500 stations with half a million listeners at its peak.

"Dr. Dobson was a pioneer — a man of deep conviction whose voice shaped the way generations view faith, family and culture," Gary Bauer, a senior vice president of the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute, said in a statement Thursday. "His bold leadership, integrity, and compassion helped equip countless........

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