Taking a Stand at Gettysburg College

Taking a Stand at Gettysburg College

On October 15, 2007, TFP Student Action volunteers came to Gettysburg College and distributed flyers alerting students and faculty to the threat communist China poses both to the West and the Chinese people. The flyer, titled “Warning: Made in China” documents the tragic reality of the communist regime. Grave human rights violations … Read more

Columbia University Gives Enemy a Voice, TFP Protests

Columbia University Gives Enemy a Voice, TFP Protests

It defies reason why a declared enemy of America was welcomed to speak at Columbia University. On September 24, a podium the Ivy League institution was given to Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the leader of Iran, a nation that sponsors terrorism. In the city still deeply scarred by 9-11, protest stirred both from within … Read more

Trouble Brewing in China

Trouble Brewing in China

For decades, American businessmen have been outsourcing production and setting up factories in Communist China. They cite a large and industrious work force with minimal labor costs as the reason that supposedly allows them to manufacture a product at the lowest possible costs. American manufacturers employing American workers are hard-pressed to compete. … Read more

Castles, Cathedrals and a March

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On Tuesday, January 24, the TFP Washington Bureau was filled with friends and supporters for a reception of foreign friends who joined the American TFP at the annual March for Life. In addition, veteran TFP member Nelson Fragelli, gave a presentation on “Castles and Cathedrals” to the nearly 120 people who crowded … Read more

In Memoriam: Frederick V. Porfilio

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In Memoriam: Frederick V. Porfilio 1939 — 1990 15 Years Later “Our Lady loves us!” In the moments when the daily routine was the most difficult, one could often hear these words escaping the lips of fellow TFP member, Frederick Vincent Porfilio, better know as “Mr. Fred.” He had a keen notion … Read more

Nebraska Archbishop Reviews Defending a Higher Law

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As the same-sex “marriage” debate rages across the nation, the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) welcomed an archbishop’s encouraging review of its landmark 2004 book defending traditional marriage. Archbishop Elden Francis Curtiss of Omaha, Nebr. sent his Oct. 11 review of Defending a Higher Law: Why … Read more

Viva Cristo Rey in Louisiana

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“Viva Cristo Rey!” (“Long Live Christ the King!”) was the motto for this year’s Call to Chivalry Summer Camp for boys held at the Feliciana Retreat Center in Norwood, Louisiana from June 29 – July 9. The camp was co-sponsored by The American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property … Read more

American TFP Applauds Presidential Support

American TFP Applauds Presidential Support

Following his February 24 announcement supporting a constitutional amendment, the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) sent a letter to President Bush, expressing its congratulations for his stand against same-sex “marriage.” While realizing that this measure will not stop “civil unions,” the American TFP believes it “removes … Read more

Ten Questions and No Answers

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  Ten questions. It seemed so simple. In an academic atmosphere like George Washington University, ten questions should have had all the makings of a grand debate. It all started when the International Socialist Organization (ISO) announced it would be holding its annual DC socialist conference at George Washington University on March … Read more

TFP Talk: A Pope for All Seasons

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To hear about the great counter-revolutionary Pope Pius IX, American TFP friends and supporters filled the auditorium at the TFP Washington Bureau in McLean, Virginia. The January 27 talk, “Blessed Pius IX: A Pope for All Seasons” was delivered by Prof. Roberto de Mattei, noted writer, lecturer, and president of the Lepanto … Read more