James Dobson, a highly influential yet controversial evangelical leader and founder of Focus on the Family, has died at the age of 89. Throughout his life, Dobson played a significant role in shaping the political landscape for American evangelicals, promoting traditional family values, and advising several U.S. presidents. His legacy is marked by both admiration for his commitment to family issues and criticism regarding his perspectives on various social matters. As reactions pour in from various quarters, many reflect on the substantial and often divisive impact Dobson had on the Religious Right and GOP politics, indicating that his influence will resonate in modern discussions surrounding faith, family, and politics.