The wise Roman maxim “Si vis pacem, para bellum”—“If you want peace, prepare for war” still applies today. The prospects for peace in our times have dimmed since the fall of the Berlin Wall thirty long years ago. The reality … Continue reading
If You Want Peace, Prepare for War: Why Nuclear Weapons Are Still Needed
December 11, 2019 | The American TFP 
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There Is No Synodality Without Fidelity to Doctrine
December 10, 2019 | Stefano Fontana
Pope Francis’ announcement of an upcoming synod dedicated to synodality is a cause of concern. Synodality is a vague term that describes the spirit of a synod, which is an assembly of ecclesiastics or other church delegates, convoked pursuant to … Continue reading
Five Reasons Why I Will Pray a Rosary of Reparation on December 12
December 9, 2019 | Edwin Benson
Who would ever have thought that pagan Incan idols would be worshiped at the Vatican in Rome? Yet, that is what happened over the course of the month-long Pan-Amazon Synod. It started in the Vatican Gardens on October 4, 2019. … Continue reading
The Rise and Fall of Patriotism in Ancient Times
December 6, 2019 | José Antonio Ureta
In today’s polarized climate, Americans are being asked to choose between “either globalism or nationalism.” It is a false dilemma since neither side represents the balanced position found in an authentic patriotism that first appeared in ancient times. However, even … Continue reading
How the Medieval Social Order Found the Balance Between the Local and the Global
December 4, 2019 | José Antonio Ureta 
As globalism comes under increasing attack, the right attitude toward the local nation and the global world is hard to find. Too much attachment to a local place can lead to narrow and distorted perspectives that can stifle development. Too … Continue reading
This Is Why Isolating Ourselves Is Not the Solution
December 3, 2019 | John Horvat II
People who see the horrors of our chaotic world frequently segue to looking for a dangerous non-solution—the Benedict Option. That is why we must resist the temptation of simply writing off the present system with all its problems and isolating … Continue reading
Where Did Nationalism Come From? An Historic Look at Pre-Modern Revolutionary Nationalism
November 25, 2019 | José Antonio Ureta
Nationalism is a phenomenon that has a long history prior to its present form in modern times. It has always been a model that puts national interests above all others. It has also opposed the unity of Christendom that put … Continue reading
Authority is From God, but Also for Him
November 25, 2019 | Michael Whitcraft
With the myriad political philosophies that circulate today, a thoughtful analyst can become confused, and legitimately so. Thus, any contribution to the debate that elucidates the basic principles of Catholic social teaching is an invaluable beacon of light amid the … Continue reading
Who Painted the First Picture of Our Lady?
November 21, 2019 | Plinio Corrêa de Oliveira
Let us read a short biographical sketch about Saint Luke that will give us elements to comment on his life and works. Luke was born in Antioch to a pagan family. He undoubtedly converted in the year 40. Having met … Continue reading
“Pachamama Slayer” Tells his Story at TFP Washington Bureau
November 15, 2019 | William Gossett
Millions of Catholics around the world were outraged when participants of the Pan Amazon Synod in Rome solemnly carried a nude fertility idol from Peru called a “Pachamama” in a procession in Saint Peter’s Basilica. In the inaugural ceremony in … Continue reading
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