public policy

noun

: government policies that affect the whole population
a study of public policy

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While the team did not pinpoint a clearly structured culinary diplomatic strategy or public policy, certain historical periods showed distinct characteristics and themes through food. Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2025 Betsey Stevenson, professor of public policy and economics at the University of Michigan, warns that homes can depreciate in value. Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 12 Nov. 2025 While religious conservatives may be encouraged to see their moral values embraced by leaders who create public policy, others are concerned. Alexandria Burris, IndyStar, 12 Nov. 2025 Kingsley Moghalu is the president of IGET Academy, a public policy and executive education think tank, and the CEO of Sogato Strategies, a geopolitical risk advisory firm. Kingsley Moghalu, semafor.com, 10 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for public policy

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“Public policy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20policy. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.

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