The culture war is not a political debate — it is a spiritual battle. The systematic attack on Christian values in art, entertainment, education, and public life is not accidental. It flows from a revolution against the natural order and the law of God that has been building for centuries.
The American TFP has been on the front lines of this battle since its founding — protesting blasphemy, defending the sacred, and exposing the anti-Christian agenda wherever it appears. From Hollywood to the public square, from universities to social media, we will not be silent.
Explore our articles on the ongoing battle to defend Christian civilization against the forces of the cultural revolution.
The celebrated nineteenth-century English architect C. Welby Pugin is known for designing over 100 stunningly beautiful Gothic churches across the British Isles. His success and the popularity he garnered were due to a simple philosophy. Pugin was a devout Catholic and understood that man is a composite being of both body and … Read more
The left is unfurling another weapon in the culture war, and it must be disabled before it can do real damage. That weapon is known by a word so new that many word processing programs see it as a spelling error—debanking. Misusing a Legitimate Tool The idea began as a way to … Read more
The diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) mandate is deceptive. Most people see it as measures “innocently” supporting “different groups.” Several prestigious American universities have pursued DEI as the latest trend. This effort is disastrous. As a result, some major firms now prefer not to hire their graduates. DEI distorts judgments needed in … Read more
Most people look to Hollywood as a source of entertainment. They are reluctant to attribute to movie plots anything beyond the story lines. Those who find agendas inside films are often dismissed as conspiracy theorists. However, some film narratives do have liberal agendas. It is not hard to affirm. The film’s reviewers, … Read more
Some promoters say Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a remedy for loneliness. They encourage users to develop “virtual companionships.” The tragic tale of 14-year-old Sewell Setzer III, who hailed from Orlando, Florida, exemplifies the risks involved in such links. Sewell had Google’s Character.AI app create Daenerys Targaryen, a character that echoed someone from … Read more
Thanksgiving has become a secular holiday. It is a time for family get-togethers, sports events and shopping trips. There is some, but not enough giving of thanks on Thanksgiving. Moreover, when gratitude is felt, it frequently remains just a feeling that is not directed toward a good and personal God. Then too, … Read more
Everyone has an explanation for the turn of events in November. It’s the economy, the culture, a failure to connect with working-class Americans. All these are valid reasons. However, I have my own explanation that sheds some light on what has gone wrong in America. It explains something of the craziness of … Read more
Perhaps one of the best-turned phrases of recent memory comes from a 2019 Wall Street Journal article. In it, political scholar Joshua Muravchik opined that “Socialism has failed everywhere it’s been tried—even where it succeeded.” Since about 1900, the United States has flirted with socialism. Woodrow Wilson, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson … Read more
Architects and homeowners have long assumed that the only way to keep houses cool and comfortable is to equip them with central air conditioning. However, as electric rates increase, many homeowners are looking for alternatives, especially in very hot climate zones. Some have resorted to so-called passive homes that rely upon massive … Read more
We do well to read some advice from Saint Bernard about devotion to Our Lady. The advice is as follows: “Oh, whosoever thou art that perceiveth thyself during this mortal existence to be rather drifting in treacherous waters, at the mercy of the winds and the waves, than walking on firm ground, … Read more