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"This is the Paperback format of the book Neoliberalism. It explores the realities of Jamaica and the Caribbean, challenging the idyllic image often associated with the region. It delves into the historical, economic, and political situations in the Caribbean, particularly in the context of the ""Global South."" The author examines how individuals from the Global South seek better lives but often find themselves with limited agency and minimal opportunities for change in metropolises of the Global North. The book focuses on the struggles of Black, brown, and Pan-African communities in their pursuit of economic prosperity, justice, and freedom since decolonization. It questions their ability to shape their own futures and achieve true political independence and economic well-being. The discussion also highlights the corrupt aspects of the status quo, where a few benefit from partnerships with the neoliberal regime while the masses are left behind. Using an interdisciplinary and comprehensive approach, the book draws from various disciplines and experiences, extending beyond Jamaica to encompass the wider Caribbean and the diaspora in the United States. It encourages readers to challenge existing narratives, critically analyze the subject matter, and develop their own thinking within the Jamaican, Caribbean, diasporic, and American contexts. The book outlines a two-part project. Part A aims to examine whether Jamaica's inequality trends are a consequence of the structural adjustment policies imposed by neoliberal technocrats of the Washington Consensus. It explores the impact of ""structural adjustment"" on Jamaica's economy and its relationship to income inequality and poverty from the 1960s to 2008. Part B argues that Jamaica, like many former colonies, remains far from independent despite its experience with neoliberal restructuring. It explores how the Caribbean's economic policies have transformed since World War II, influenced by the resurgence of neoliberalism in the 1980s. The essay discusses the deepened dependence of Jamaica on the new global elite and the implications of decolonization and neoliberal globalization, drawing upon Frantz Fanon's ideas. Overall, this book aims to provide a platform for examining and addressing the challenges, opportunities, and solutions concerning Caribbean and Pan-African issues. It encourages critical thinking and exploration of these topics to foster meaningful engagement and sustained improvements in living standards for the people of the region."

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"Kirkus Reviews describes it as an erudite analysis of Jamaica's economic history! George The Poet one of Britain's successful contemporary Poets wrote that ""I've actually read the whole thing and I loved it. I was looking for a complete account of Jamaica's post-independence economic journey and that's exactly what you gave me"". According to Professor Emeritus, Dr. Martin Oppenheimer, ""RENALDO was one of my most interesting students at Penn whom I've had the pleasure of advising on several thesis and works. His book project is really very good. His treatment of Black nationalism and Marcus Garvey in the context of the globalized economy is unique, and really a brand-new interpretation. That's just one of many very interesting points he covers. The thesis is very thorough, very provocative, well-argued, and overall, more than acceptable. MARTIN OPPENHEIMER is Professor of Sociology at Rutgers University and University of Pennsylvania. He has written The Hate Handbook (Lexington) and The State of Modern Society and is a contributor to Renaldo's upcoming book Neoliberal Globalization Reconsidered, Neo-Capitalism and The Death of Nations."

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"Rev. Renaldo McKenzie (1979 - ) is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and the author of ""Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty And Resistance."" He was born in Jamaica to the Rev. Bernella and the Late Rev. Lurkenum McKenzie and studied Economics at Bridgeport High School and Excelsior Community College, and Theology and Counseling Psychology at the Jamaica Theological Seminary. After completing his Ministerial formation, he was ordained to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament by the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. While in ministry, Renaldo founded the Andrew's Memorial United Church Health Clinic which serves the local community in Mandeville, Jamaica. Renaldo also worked with a quasi-government agency in Jamaica after his service with the church had ended to assist with planning and implementing a national youth service project with the national youth services and the Jamaica Values and Attitudes Project. Renaldo migrated to the US in 2009 and developed an interest in Neoliberalism, Globalization, poverty and inequality after his first year as a graduate student at the University of Pennsylvania. After watching the film ""life and debt"" in a class at Penn, Renaldo embarked on studying Neoliberal Globalization which helped him to write his first book: ""Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance"" published April 2021. Renaldo went on and completed a post-graduate degree which explored the concepts discussed in this book but focuses on ""globalization in the post-industrial world"", the American context with American scenarios. Rev. McKenzie is currently at Georgetown University where he is reading for his Doctorate. Renaldo is a Visiting Professor at The Jamaica Theological Seminary and is working on another book, Privilege, Power, Position, Status and Secrets to Unlocking Divine Intervention. Renaldo is President of The Neoliberal Corporation and Producer of The Neoliberal Round Podcast."

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