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public-function rationale

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A quick definition of public-function rationale:

Public-Function Rationale: This is a rule that says when a private person or group is doing something that is like a job that the government usually does, then they have to follow the same rules as the government. For example, a private group that runs elections can't stop people from voting because of their race, just like the government can't. This rule is important for making sure everyone is treated fairly.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Public-function rationale is a principle in constitutional law that characterizes private conduct as state action when a private party is exercising a public function. This is especially important for due-process and equal-protection purposes. For example, a political party cannot exclude voters from primary elections based on race because it is a public function.

Example: A private company that operates a prison is performing a public function because it is carrying out a duty that is traditionally reserved for the government. Therefore, the company's actions can be subject to constitutional scrutiny under the public-function rationale.

Explanation: The example illustrates how a private company can be considered a state actor when it is performing a public function. In this case, the private company is operating a prison, which is a function that is typically carried out by the government. Therefore, the company's actions can be subject to constitutional scrutiny under the public-function rationale, just like a government agency would be.

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shaquilleoatmeal
22:21
u ever call someone papacito ??
windyMagician
22:22
no unless they’re a literal child
shaquilleoatmeal
22:22
😧 well damn nvm then lmaoo
shaquilleoatmeal
22:23
youll be alright rabbit, you applied pretty recently so more decisions to come later on
is november considered late? i thought anything up till thanksgiving is still on the earlier side??
i'm just surprised nyu didn't straight up reject me given my stats
shaquilleoatmeal
22:25
no it is on the earlier side lol but you have to consider adcoms were out from dec 24 - jan 3rd so your apps realistically only been in for 4ish weeks
shaquilleoatmeal
22:26
looking at majority of your apps being end of nov not middle ^
windyMagician
22:27
crashing out rn
windyMagician
22:27
im never gonna have a husband
JumpySubsequentDolphin
22:28
same windy
windyMagician
22:30
no matter how hard i try i will never be serious relationship material
windyMagician
22:30
excluding my ex wasting two years of my life
CynicalOops
22:37
:(
@windyMagician: sometimes I think i'll never have a wife either
it be like that
c'est la vie
@curvy when did you apply to duke?
22:47
there is no such thing as “serious relationship material.” you’re a person and someone will love you for being that person and because they love you they want to be with you
bunny with the wisdom tonight
JumpySubsequentDolphin
22:54
@bunnynoise: this is so sweet youre so cute
22:59
should i write a 'why BU' or nah
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i alr did a diversity statement but im debating a why BU. not sure if thatll affect their decision
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23:05
BUNNY W THE WISDOM <3
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asu law has to be the biggest scam ever
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went for admitted students day and the dean couldnt even answer a question straight
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