Discussion Questions

1.Who are the stakeholders? What internal and external stakeholder conflicts do you see?

2.What actions would you recommend for the ALJ?

3.What is the significance of the federal government’s role in the case? The state government’s role? Explain.

4.What influence do you think Vince’s threat presents in decision making? Explain.

5.What are Mike’s ethical obligations to Vince? To the SSA?