Takings, Narratives, and Power

A Bargaining Model of Holdouts and Takings

The holdout problem is commonly cited as the justification for eminent domain, but the nature of the problem is not well understood. This paper models the holdout problem in a bargaining framework, where a developer seeks to acquire several parcels of land for a large-scale development. We show that in the absence of eminent domain, holdouts are inevitable, threatening costly delay. However, if...

Power and powerlessness: GPs' narratives about lifestyle counselling.

BACKGROUND Power in doctor-patient relationships is asymmetrically distributed. The doctor holds resources the patient needs and has a mandate to promote healthy living. Power may benefit or harm the patients' health, and the doctor-patient relationship. AIM To identify aspects of power and powerlessness in GPs' narratives about lifestyle counselling. DESIGN AND SETTING A qualitative study ...

The Complexities of Judicial Takings

When (if ever) a judicial action can be an unconstitutional taking of private property has long been an open question in American constitutional law. Nested within this larger question are a host of detailed issues concerning both substance and procedure. Despite passing references in some cases, and a more direct discussion in one concurring opinion, the Supreme Court of the United States—unti...

Economic Issues Raised by Treatment of Takings

Preparing Preservice Teachers for Diversity: The Power of Multicultural Narratives

A widely accepted goal of teacher education is to prepare culturally competent practitioners who are ready to serve diverse student populations (Guyton & Wesche, 2005). One major challenge, though, is the mismatch between the increased diversity in student populations, including students of color, English language learners (ELLs), and children living in poverty and a teaching force consisting l...