To those Americans concerned about the moral state of the nation, the immediate reaction to the November 8 elections was one of enormous relief. It was as if a colossal amount of pressure was suddenly released. There was the thrill of something entirely unexpected. People were overjoyed beyond words. Adding to the intense drama, there … Read more
In face of a recession that never recedes, the assumption of a broad and growing prosperity for the middle class is in doubt. Gone are the heady days of the post-Cold War triumphalism of the nineties when optimistic observers believed that we might live forever in a kind of glorious consumerism. Instead, there is a … Read more
SPRING GROVE, Penn. (November 18, 2016) – How a deeply divided America can recover from a grueling election cycle is far from clear, but the book, Return to Order, contains valuable insights that can help. In fact, the book’s message is more timely than ever as can be seen by the fact that it has … Read more
Many economists trace their origins of their science to the writings of Adam Smith (1723-1790). The Scottish social philosopher and political economist supposedly laid the foundation for economic thought with his book, The Wealth of Nations. He is credited, for example, for being the first to denounce monopoly. However, a closer examination of economic thought … Read more
More than a White House contest between two candidates, the 2016 election was the groundswell of growing discontent over America’s increasingly socialist tone. Now, thanks be to God, the conservative vote won the White House, Senate and House, and a record number of governorships and statehouse majorities. This reality has brought relief and awakened great … Read more
Just when you think you understand the crazy world of political correctness, somebody comes and messes everything up. It used to be, for example, that you could simply “self-identify” as someone you are not, yet desire to be. Now, in the municipal offices of the Colombian city of Cali, the opposite is true. It is … Read more
It has been some time since a powerful 6.6 magnitude earthquake struck close to Norcia in Italy. The disaster on October 30 shocked the world as it destroyed the Basilica of St. Benedict that was built over the birthplace of its namesake. It left only the façade standing. While this frightening quake left many people … Read more
We Americans are a people who are justifiably proud of our nation’s many heroes and achievements. Our history is full of great explorers, soldiers, statesmen, clergy, and civic leaders—George Washingtonian characters—who accomplished great deeds. Their legacy is a long, unbroken line of service, sacrifice, and honor that gives substance to our Fourth of July celebrations. … Read more
Nearly 200 supporters, friends and members of the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) gathered on October 28-30 in Spring Grove, Penn. to discuss the theme “Preparing for the Centennial and America’s Fatima Future.” As part of the discussion, author John Horvat presented two talks based on considerations from his … Read more
For centuries, part of the public drinking experience has been the banter of the bartender with the customers. Such conversation can have a relaxing and therapeutic effect on the person. In the new cyber-bar, however, the bartender is no longer needed. The customer assumes the function. Is Technology Ruining Your Life? Take A Quick Quiz … Read more
