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James Dobson, the founder of the conservative group Focus on the Family and a Rick Santorum supporter, is hitting radio airwaves in Michigan promoting the former Pennsylvania senator ahead of the state's February 28 primary.

In the radio spot, which was produced and paid for by Santorum's campaign, Dobson says, "Like you I take my vote for president very seriously. Especially in this most vital election. And my choice could not be more clear. I'm voting for Rick Santorum. I worked with this man for many years when he was a senator from Pennsylvania. And I found him to be a remarkable leader."

Dobson lauds Santorum's socially conservative credentials, mentioned that he has defining marriage between a man and woman, and helped craft legislation banning partial birth abortions. Dobson adds, "he is deeply committed to Jesus Christ."

Dobson ends the ad asking listeners to "vote for Rick Santorum for the Republican nomination and then for president in the general election. And I hope you'll encourage everyone in your family and church to do the same."

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