Early Life and Political Origins

Born into an Orthodox Jewish family, Dennis Prager began his career focusing on geopolitical issues, particularly the plight of Soviet Jews who were unable to emigrate to the United States. This advocacy laid the groundwork for his broader foray into political commentary, where he gradually expanded his focus to cover a wide range of social, political, and cultural issues.

Broadcasting Career

Prager has been a prominent voice in Los Angeles radio since 1982, offering a conservative perspective within a city known for its generally progressive values. In 1999, his talk show became nationally syndicated, broadening his reach across the United States. The Dennis Prager Show airs live on weekdays from his home station, KRLA in Los Angeles, and is distributed by Salem Radio Network.

Over the years, Prager has made frequent television appearances on networks and programs including C-SPAN, Larry King Live, The Early Show on CBS, The Today Show, The O'Reilly Factor, Hardball, Hannity & Colmes, and The Dennis Miller Show. Through these platforms, he shares his viewpoints on various political and cultural issues.

Writing Career and Publications

Dennis Prager is the author of several books addressing topics such as faith, happiness, and politics. His best-selling book, Happiness Is a Serious Problem, was published by HarperCollins in 1998 and explores the nature of personal contentment and its relation to moral living.

Another notable work, Think a Second Time, received praise from commentator William Bennett, who called it a rare book capable of changing a thoughtful reader’s mind and values. Prager’s co-authored book, The Nine Questions People Ask About Judaism, is widely recognized and used by educators and scholars as an accessible introduction to the Jewish faith.