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The Legacy of O-Sensei Philip S. Porter: Father of American Judo
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WWMAA Editorial
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O-Sensei Philip S. Porter founded WWMAA in 1995 with a vision to unify all martial arts.
The Man Who Changed American Judo
Philip S. Porter (1924-2011) held 10th Dan in Judo, produced over 1,000 national medalists, and founded WWMAA to unify martial arts worldwide.
The martial arts are not about fighting — they are about building character.
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