Knights of Columbus
Americannoun
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Criticism of Trump’s attack on the pope also came from the Knights of Columbus, a nonpartisan lay Catholic organization with far-reaching influence in parishes across the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
The Connecticut-based Knights of Columbus contributed $1 million.
From Washington Times • Oct. 31, 2023
A man named George who identified himself as a member of the Knights of Columbus was stationed on the edge of the National Mall, handing out free hats to participants.
From Slate • Jan. 21, 2023
She stands on a black granite base that reads “Shrine to the Unborn” and bears the logo of the Knights of Columbus, a male Catholic fraternal group.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2022
The Knights of Columbus and the Salvation Army both did magnificent service, in canteens and trenches.
From Our Army at the Front by Broun, Heywood
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