The Bishop-Phelps-Bollob\'{a}s property for operators on C(K)C(K)

We provide a version for operators of the Bishop-Phelps-Bollob\'{a}s Theorem when the domain space is the complex space $C_0(L)$. In fact we prove that the pair $(C_0(L), Y)$ satisfies the Bishop-Phelps-Bollob\'{a}s property for operators for every Hausdorff locally compact space $L$ and any $\mathbb{C}$-uniformly convex space. As a consequence, this holds for $Y= L_p (\mu)$ ($1 \le p < \infty$).Comment: 13 page

The Geopolitical Context of Chamorro Cultural Preservation in Guam, U.S.A.

An unincorporated Pacific Island territory of the United States, Guam has been under American rule since 1 898. While proudly Chamorro, the descendants of indigenous islanders have been American citizens since 1 950. U.S. foreign policy, Americanization of island institutions, immigration flows from Asia and Micronesia, and economic uncertainty present challenges to the perpetuation of Chamorro culture-a syncretic blend of indigenous, Spanish, and American influences that has endured through centuries of foreign domination. As a gateway from the East to the United States and a frequent destination for Micronesian immigrants from the Compacts of Free Association, Guam regularly receives immigrants from Asia and other Micronesian islands. Many immigrants arrive on Guam to fill labor shortages as professionals or construction workers, while others arrive with limited resources and skills that don\u27t easily transfer across cultures. Adding to this mix, a major U.S. military build-up is underway to transform Guam into a forward base in the Pacific. This article provides a case study of Guam through an overview of historical influences on Chamorro culture, a description of the island\u27s contemporary multicultural society, and a discussion of current geopolitical and social forces impacting Chamorro culture in the land where America\u27s day begins. Keywords: Chamorro studies, ethnic studies, cultural preservation, ethnic stratification, indigenous studies, colonialis

The Ever-Changing Landscape of Informed Consent and Whether the Obligation to Explain a Procedure to the Patient May Be Delegated

Informed consent is an integral part of the shared decision making process and requires a patient be informed of the benefits, risks and alternatives to a medical procedure. This information, which requirement has been codified into the law and practice of every healthcare provider, helps a patient decide whether to proceed with the recommended treatment plan. Informed consent has its foundation in the ethical notion of patient autonomy and fundamental human rights. After all, it is the patient’s decision to determine what may be done to his or her body and to ascertain the risks and benefits before undertaking a procedure. On the other hand, a physician’s role is to act as a facilitator in the patient’s decision making process by providing information about the planned treatment and to answer questions. While the roles of the patient and physician seem clearly defined, a number of barriers present challenges in creating a process that guarantees a patient understands a test or procedure. This includes ineffective communication between the doctor and patient. The first part of this article will explore the liability of various health care providers who participate in the informed consent process, such as the physician, nurse, physician assistant and hospital. The second section will examine whether the treating physician may delegate the duty to explain the risks and alternatives of a procedure to another. The controversial decision of Shinal v. Toms, which mandates that the doctor must have a one-on–one exchange with the patient in order to secure a valid informed consent, will also be explored. This recent ruling has sent shock waves throughout the medical community causing a reexamination of their informed consent policies