News Update: DOJ Does Not Oppose Motion for Release in John Anthony Castro Case; Appeal Pending Before Fifth Circuit

In a notable procedural development, the U.S. Department of Justice did not file an opposition to a motion for release submitted by John Anthony Castro in the district court, setting up a potentially consequential appellate review before the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Earlier, Castro had filed an emergency motion with the Fifth Circuit. That motion was denied before the […]

Neoliberalism Globalization Income Inequality Poverty and Resistance by Renaldo Mckenzie Sale Price!

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A Great America is Destroyed from Within Not Without

Dear Mr. President, Five years ago I blogged: A Great Civilization Is Not Conquered From Without Until It Has Destroyed Itself From Within (W. Durant). This was while watching Apocalypto. If Trump the GOP, and MAGA want “America to be Great Again”, 1st stop the bleeding within… https://renaldocmckenzie.blogspot.com/2020/09/a-great-civilization-is-not-conquered.html “A great civilization is not conquered from without until it has destroyed […]

Street Vibes with Phil Butler: Walking the Talk in Philadelphia’s Urban Pulse By Renaldo McKenzie, The Neoliberal Journal

“This Philadelphia city got character, but it’s breaking people.” — Phil Butler In this electrifying street-side dialogue, author and professor Renaldo McKenzie meets Phil Butler—Philadelphia’s own voice of the people—at the corner of grit and grace. Recorded in the heart of the city, this conversation is more than an interview; it’s a window into lives shadowed by systems, yet radiant […]

Unrelenting Texas Floods Leave Trail of Tragedy and Questions: The Deadliest Inland Rain Disaster in Nearly Half a Century

A State Underwater In early July 2025, parts of Central Texas, especially Kerr County and surrounding Hill Country communities, were ravaged by historic flooding that left entire towns submerged, families shattered, and infrastructure devastated. What began as a holiday weekend quickly turned into a full-blown catastrophe, as remnants of Tropical Storm Barry collided with a persistent low-pressure system, dumping unprecedented […]

The Escalating War: Ukraine’s Deep Strikes, Russia’s Retaliation, and the Mounting Death Toll

Ukraine’s Strategic Offensive: Operation Spider’s Web On June 1, 2025, Ukraine executed its most daring and complex military operation to date, codenamed Operation Spider’s Web. Launching 117 long-range drones from mobile platforms, Ukraine targeted five major Russian airbases, including the Engels-2 and Dyagilevo bases—sites known to house Russia’s nuclear-capable Tu-95 bombers. The drones, believed to be launched covertly from within […]

Fatal Crash in San Diego: The Devastating Impact of a Small Plane Collision in a Residential Neighborhood

On the morning of Thursday, May 22, 2025, a small private aircraft crashed into a densely populated residential neighborhood in San Diego, California. The crash resulted in the deaths of four individuals onboard and caused serious damage to nearly a dozen homes and several vehicles. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the crash, exploring the sequence of events, emergency […]

Breaking Custody: The Role of Correctional Staff in Facilitating Inmate Escapes in New Orleans

Introduction The effectiveness and legitimacy of correctional systems depend heavily on institutional integrity and secure inmate custody. A breach involving jail staff undermines public confidence and signals systemic weaknesses. On April 27, 2025, a security video from the Orleans Justice Center—New Orleans’ primary detention facility—surfaced, revealing multiple inmates escaping through an unsecured gate, apparently with help from a uniformed correctional […]

Navigating Tragedy: The 2025 Collision of the Mexican Navy’s Cuauhtémoc with the Brooklyn Bridge

Introduction The ARM Cuauhtémoc, a tall ship of the Mexican Navy, serves as a floating classroom for naval cadets, symbolizing Mexico’s maritime heritage and commitment to international goodwill. Its 2025 voyage, titled “Consolidation of Mexican Independence 2025,” was part of a commemorative journey marking the bicentennial of Mexico’s naval independence. Tragically, this mission was marred by a fatal collision with […]

The Gleason 9 Diagnosis: Joe Biden and the Fight Against Advanced Prostate Cancer

On May 16, 2025, former U.S. President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer characterized by a Gleason score of 9 and metastasis to the bone. Despite the severity, the cancer is hormone-sensitive, offering potential for effective management. This diagnosis not only impacts Biden personally but also underscores broader issues related to aging political leadership, healthcare […]