Pat Robertson is an American media mogul, religious broadcaster, and former politician. He is best known for founding the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) in 1960, which helped popularize religious television. Robertson also hosted the long-running television program, The 700 Club, where he discussed news, faith, and social issues from a Christian perspective. In addition to his broadcasting career, Robertson ran for the Republican presidential nomination in 1988. He is the author of several books and has been involved in various philanthropic efforts through his organization, Operation Blessing. His influence extends into politics, where he has been a prominent voice for conservative Christian values.