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Toilet : Public Restrooms and the Politics of Sharing
A sociological study of public restroomsSo much happens in the public toilet that we never talk about.Finding the right door, waiting in line, and using the facilities are often undertaken with trepidation.Don’t touch anything. Try not to smell. Avoid eye contact. And for men, don’t look down or let your eyes stray.Even washing one’s hands are tied to anxieties of disgust and humiliation. And yet other things also happen in these spaces: babies are changed, conversations are had, make-up is applied, and notes are scrawled for posterity. Beyond these private issues, there are also real public concerns: problems of public access, ecological waste, and—in many parts of the world—sanitation crises.At public events, why are women constantly waiting in long lines but not men?Where do the homeless go when cities decide to close public sites?Should bathrooms become standardized to accommodate the disabled?Is it possible to create a unisex bathroom for transgendered people?In Toilet, noted sociologist Harvey Molotch and Laura Norén bring together twelve essays by urbanists, historians and cultural analysts (among others) to shed light on the public restroom.These noted scholars offer an assessment of our historical and contemporary practices, showing us the intricate mechanisms through which even the physical design of restrooms—the configurations of stalls, the number of urinals, the placement of sinks, and the continuing segregation of women’s and men’s bathrooms—reflect and sustain our cultural attitudes towards gender, class, and disability.Based on a broad range of conceptual, political, and down-to-earth viewpoints, the original essays in this volume show how the bathroom—as a practical matter—reveals competing visions of pollution, danger and distinction. Although what happens in the toilet usually stays in the toilet, this brilliant, revelatory, and often funny book aims to bring it all out into the open, proving that profound and meaningful history can be made even in the can. Contributors: Ruth Barcan, Irus Braverman, Mary Ann Case, Olga Gershenson, Clara Greed, Zena Kamash,Terry Kogan, Harvey Molotch, Laura Norén, Barbara Penner, Brian Reynolds, and David Serlin.
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Ethical Public Leadership : Foundation, Exploration, and Discovery
Dozens of books are published each year on leadership, but as pundits, scholars, philosophers, and public intellectuals note, what is written is too often shallow and facile, oriented toward quick fixes for performance enhancement or internal organizational and personnel development.Drawing from a diverse range of literature, including history, philosophy, public administration, leadership, religion, and spirituality, this book fills an important gap, exploring what it means to be an ethical and moral leader.It takes a deep dive into the many challenges of leadership, examining the continuing contrast between bureaucracy and democracy, the unique ethical and moral characteristics of nonprofit and faith-based organizations, and the globalization of organizations and institutions. Throughout the book, author Stephen M. King develops a more holistic and interdisciplinary understanding of ethical and moral leadership, required for more thoughtful theoretical and empirical research.He points students of leadership to the time-honored values of ethics and morality, reestablishes the ethical balance between bureaucracy and democracy, and helps reorient the values' purpose of public, nonprofit, and global institutions, providing hope of a better future for leadership.Ethical Public Leadership is required reading for students of public administration and nonprofit management, as well as for practicing public servants and nonprofit sector employees at all levels.
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Plunder of the Commons : A Manifesto for Sharing Public Wealth
'One of the most important books I've read in years' Brian EnoWe are losing the commons.Austerity and neoliberal policies have depleted our shared wealth; our national utilities have been sold off to foreign conglomerates, social housing is almost non-existent, our parks are cordoned off for private events and our national art galleries are sponsored by banks and oil companies.This plunder deprives us all of our common rights, recognized as far back as the Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest of 1217, to share fairly and equitably in our public wealth. Guy Standing leads us through a new appraisal of the commons, stemming from the medieval concept of common land reserved in ancient law from marauding barons, to his modern reappraisal of the resources we all hold in common - a brilliant new synthesis that crystallises quite how much public wealth has been redirected to the 1% in recent decades through the state-approved exploitation of everything from our land to our state housing, health and benefit systems, to our justice system, schools, newspapers and even the air we breathe.Plunder of the Commons proposes a charter for a new form of commoning, of remembering, guarding and sharing that which belongs to us all, to slash inequality and soothe our current political instability.
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Reimagining Public Managers : Delivering Public Value
Public value theory speaks to the co-creation of value between politicians, citizens, and public managers, with a focus on the public manager in terms of her contributions, initiatives, and limitations in value creation.But just who are public managers? Public value regularly treats the "public manager" as synonymous with bureaucrat, government official, civil servant, or public administrator.However, the categories of public managers represent a more versatile and expansive set of agents in society than they are given credit for, and the discourse of public value has typically not delved sufficiently into the variety of possible cadres that might comprise the "public manager."This book seeks to go beyond the assumed understandings of who the public manager is and what she does.It does so by examining the processes of value creation that are driven by non-traditional sets of public managers, which include the judiciary, the armed forces, multilateral institutions, and central banks.It applies public value tools to understand their value creation and uses their unique attributes to inform our understanding of public value theory.Tailored to an audience comprising public administration scholars, students of government, public officials, practitioners, and social scientists interested in contemporary problems of values in society, this book helps to advance public administration thought by re-examining the theory’s ultimate protagonist: the public manager.It therefore constitutes an important effort to take public value theory forward by going "beyond" conceptions of the public manager as she has thus far been understood.
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Is a public playground a public good?
Yes, a public playground can be considered a public good. It is non-excludable, meaning that anyone can use it without being excluded, and it is non-rivalrous, meaning that one person's use of the playground does not diminish the ability of others to use it. Public playgrounds provide benefits to the community as a whole and are typically funded and maintained by public resources, making them a classic example of a public good.
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Is this a private, public, or semi-public street?
Based on the information provided, it is likely a private street. This is because the street is maintained by a homeowners association and access is restricted to residents and their guests. Additionally, the street is not maintained by the local government, further indicating that it is private.
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Are confirmations public?
Confirmations are typically private and are meant to verify a transaction between two parties. They are not usually shared publicly as they contain sensitive information related to the transaction. Confirmations are used to ensure that both parties have agreed to the terms of the transaction and provide a record of the agreement.
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'Public or not?'
When deciding whether to make information public, it is important to consider the potential impact on individuals and the broader community. Transparency and accountability are key principles in a democratic society, but there may be instances where privacy concerns or security risks outweigh the benefits of public disclosure. It is essential to weigh the potential consequences and carefully consider the ethical implications before making information public. Ultimately, the decision should be guided by a commitment to promoting the common good and upholding ethical standards.
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Public Finance and Public Policy (International Edition)
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Public Sociology
Michael Burawoy has helped to reshape the theory and practice of sociology across the Western world.Public Sociology is his most thoroughgoing attempt to explore what a truly committed, engaged sociology should look like in the twenty-first century. Burawoy looks back on the defining moments of his intellectual journey, exploring his pivotal early experiences as a researcher, such as his fieldwork in a Zambian copper mine and a Chicago factory.He recounts his time as a graduate and professor during the ideological ferment in sociology departments of the 1970s, and explores how his experiences intersected with a changing political and intellectual world up to the present.Recalling Max Weber, Burawoy argues that sociology is much more than just a discipline – it is a vocation, to be practiced everywhere and by everyone.
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Public Sociology
Michael Burawoy has helped to reshape the theory and practice of sociology across the Western world.Public Sociology is his most thoroughgoing attempt to explore what a truly committed, engaged sociology should look like in the twenty-first century. Burawoy looks back on the defining moments of his intellectual journey, exploring his pivotal early experiences as a researcher, such as his fieldwork in a Zambian copper mine and a Chicago factory.He recounts his time as a graduate and professor during the ideological ferment in sociology departments of the 1970s, and explores how his experiences intersected with a changing political and intellectual world up to the present.Recalling Max Weber, Burawoy argues that sociology is much more than just a discipline – it is a vocation, to be practiced everywhere and by everyone.
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Public Law
Public Law guides students through all the essential components of the Public Law module, in a user-friendly structure that is ideal for visual learners.Written by an experienced teacher of Public Law, the book takes an accessible and engaging approach to often complex areas of law, politics and the constitution.Incorporating recent developments, academic debate and commentary, the book introduces students to all the key concepts of this core subject.The text is grounded in context, explaining how Public Law operates in practice, and it thoroughly covers the spectrum of Constitutional Law, Human Rights and Administrative Law. Integrated pedagogic features ease navigation of the text and reinforce key points.These include Public Law in Context, Recent Developments, Public Law in Practice, Practical Application and Academic Debate, and Public Law is also supported by online Multiple Choice Questions.Public Law is essential reading for modules on public law and constitutional and administrative law on LLB degrees and conversion courses.
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Is public brainwashing?
Public education is not inherently brainwashing. It is a system designed to provide knowledge and skills to individuals in a society. However, the content and methods of education can be influenced by various factors, including political, cultural, and social agendas. It is important for individuals to critically engage with the information they receive and to seek out diverse perspectives in order to avoid being influenced by potential biases in the educational system.
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"Does the public prosecutor's office make investigations against Rammstein public?"
The public prosecutor's office may make investigations against Rammstein public if there is significant public interest or if it is necessary for transparency and accountability. However, not all investigations are made public, especially if they are ongoing or if they involve sensitive information. The decision to make investigations public is at the discretion of the public prosecutor's office and is based on various factors such as the nature of the case and the potential impact on the public.
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Is public vomiting, like public urination, a violation of the law?
Public vomiting is generally not considered a violation of the law unless it is done in a deliberate and disruptive manner, such as intentionally vomiting on someone or causing a public disturbance. In most cases, public vomiting is seen as a health issue rather than a legal one, and individuals who are sick or intoxicated and vomit in public are more likely to be offered assistance or medical attention rather than facing legal consequences. However, some cities may have specific ordinances that prohibit public vomiting in certain areas or under certain circumstances.
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'Private or public event?'
The decision to host a private or public event depends on the nature and purpose of the event. Private events are typically more intimate and exclusive, with a limited guest list and a specific target audience. They are often held for personal celebrations or corporate gatherings. On the other hand, public events are open to a wider audience and may be used for promotional or community-building purposes. The choice between a private or public event should be made based on the desired level of exclusivity and the goals of the event.
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