Dobson resigns as chairman of Focus on the Family

[SoCalNative]

DENVER (AP) — Conservative evangelical leader James Dobson has resigned as chairman of Focus on the Family but will continue to play a prominent role at the organization he founded more than three decades ago.

Dobson notified the board of his decision Wednesday, and the 950 employees of the Colorado Springs, Colo.-based ministry were informed Friday morning at a monthly worship service, said Jim Daly, the group's president and chief executive officer.

Dobson, 72, will continue to host Focus on the Family's flagship radio program, write a monthly newsletter and speak out on moral issues, Daly said.

Dobson's resignation as board chairman "lessens his administrative burden" and is the latest step in a succession plan, the group said. Dobson began relinquishing control six years ago by stepping down as president and CEO.

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[kestrel91316]

1. Hmmmmm. One wonders what secret scandal is about to break....

[NeedleCast]

2. Hehe, they probably just don't find Dobson conservative enough anymore

[Ilsa]

3. Thread here:

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=389x5148434