You Are the Assistant to the Governor of a State

question 118

Essay

You are the assistant to the governor of a state whose prisons are woefully mismanaged.A private prison firm has approached you to set up a meeting with your boss.Prepare a brief to inform the governor of what to expect in terms of the lobbying from the private prison group.The governor has received campaign contributions from unions as well,so the concerns of that constituency are also important considerations for the governor.

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Definitions:

Punishment

Discourages a behavior by making an unpleasant consequence contingent on its occurrence.

Reward

A reward is an incentive or benefit given in recognition of someone's effort, achievement, or contribution.

Self-Control

The ability of an individual to regulate their emotions, thoughts, and behavior in face of temptations and impulses.

Position Power

The authority and influence a person possesses within an organization due to the role or position they hold.