Below I have 5 questions, I need a discussion topic on each question. Number of words each topic should be is mentioned beside the question in brackets.

1)What are four important tactical tasks for a negotiator in a distributive situation to consider? (300 words)

2) Your state has a forthcoming referendum concerning no smoking in public places including bars and restaurants. Follow the ten steps on page 137 on negotiation planning. A 250 word response must be posted to the discussion forum. (250 words)

3) I.        Understanding the Flow of Negotiations: Stages and Phases (300 words)

A.  The typical steps or flow in a negotiation can be found in the phase models of negotiation:

@.   Initiation.

@.   Problem solving.

@.   Resolution.

Defines these three phases and give a thorough example of each.

4) Each of us perceives “ethics” from our own point of reference as to what is or is not ethical. This assignment asks you to consider ethics and whistleblowers. Select one of the behaviors listed below for your discussion posting. Base your posting on your relationship with the “unethical person” and any risk involved in “whistle blowing”. (300 words)

@. Stealing from an employer

@. Falsifying a time sheet

@. Padding an expense account

@. Falsifying any document or record

@. Lying about the conduct of a co-worker

5) In a hostage crises, is it ethical for a government to agree to grant a terrorist immunity if he releases the hostages, even though the government has every intention of capturing and prosecuting the terrorist once his hostages are released. ((300 words)