Introduction In the age of algorithms and autocrats, John Anthony Castro was a digital David, slinging lawsuits at political Goliaths with the audacity of a revolutionary and the credentials of a statesman. Born to Mexican-American military parents, he carried not only the pride of his lineage but the burden of a system he believed was breaking. A tax attorney […]
John Anthony Castro Files Motion to Strike: It Was Rigged from the Start
Castro Files Motion to Strike
We are working on a story regarding the latest update with John Anthony Castro who is still fighting for his freedom and innocence after “being tricked by the government” according to John. We have been making contact with Castro who is in federal prison, and will publish an Op-ed later today and do a show explaining Castro’s case, his new […]
The First Homily of Pope Leo XIV: A Pilgrim’s Benediction
Ah, what a wondrous tapestry of tongue and time Rev. Renaldo C McKenzie has woven—Pope Leo XIV, a man of many lands and languages, stepping to the altar not just as pontiff, but as pilgrim. The First Homily of Pope Leo XIV: A Pilgrim’s Benediction In the beginning, he spoke in English—clear, measured, familiar. Then, like a river bending toward […]
The Papacy of Pope Leo XIV: Reform, Continuity, and the Echo of Francis
Introduction Pope Leo XIV assumed the papal throne in the wake of one of the most dynamic and debated pontificates in modern Catholic history—that of Pope Francis (2013–2025). As the first pope after Francis, Leo XIV’s leadership was scrutinized for signs of either continuity or rupture. However, Leo XIV managed to assert his own theological priorities while drawing deeply from […]
Deny Not, Lest You Be Denied: The Golden Rule and Due Process
Would we, as Americans, accept our own Human Rights or right to Due Process being delayed, denied, or questioned in another country? Of course not.So why is our President now questioning whether immigrants in our nation deserve the same rights? When we strip due process from others, especially the vulnerable, we set a dangerous precedent—not just for them, but for […]
Rethinking U.S.-China Trade
Introduction The United States and China, as the two largest economies in the world, hold a unique and often uneasy economic interdependence. Historically framed as a case of comparative advantage and mutual gain, the U.S.-China trade relationship has increasingly become a site of geopolitical contestation. This transformation has been marked by rising protectionism, state-directed industrial policy, and growing strategic distrust. […]
Donald Trump’s 100-Day Mark: An Assessment of Rhetoric, Policy, and Governance
The first 100 days of a presidential administration have historically been used as a symbolic benchmark to assess the new leader’s political momentum, policy priorities, and governance style. This paper examines Donald J. Trump’s 100-day performance, analyzing legislative achievements, executive actions, political rhetoric, and broader implications for the American political landscape. It argues that Trump’s 100-day mark reflected both the […]
The Penn Relays Begin at Penn: A Tradition Rooted in Speed, Culture, and Diaspora Pride
The Penn Relays have officially begun at the University of Pennsylvania—my alma mater—and once again, the historic Franklin Field is alive with the spirit of one of the oldest and most prestigious track and field events in the Americas. Hosted annually by Penn Athletics, the Relays are more than just a sporting event—they are a cultural moment, especially for the […]
Pope Francis: A Transformative Pontificate in the 21st Century
This article explores the papacy of Pope Francis (Jorge Mario Bergoglio), focusing on his identity as the first Jesuit and Latin American pope and examining the transformative dimensions of his leadership within the Catholic Church and beyond. By analyzing his theological orientation, institutional reforms, and moral engagement with issues such as economic justice, ecological responsibility, and interfaith dialogue, the article […]
Analyzing the 2025 Wilmer-Hutchins High School Shooting
On April 15, 2025, a shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas, Texas, resulted in injuries to four male students. The incident, perpetrated by a 17-year-old student, highlighted significant lapses in school security protocols and prompted a reevaluation of safety measures within the Dallas Independent School District (DISD). This article examines the circumstances surrounding the shooting, the systemic failures that […]