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Families are in crisis this back-to-school season

Urgent Need: As the back-to-school season begins, families are facing mounting pressure—tough choices, cultural confusion, and strained relationships.

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Bob Hoose

Bob Hoose

Bob Hoose is the Sr. Associate Editor for Plugged In, a Focus on the Family publication designed to shine a light on the world of popular entertainment. After spending more than two decades touring, directing, writing and producing for Christian theater and radio, he joined the Plugged In staff, where he reviews movies in addition to video games.

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