Noun
public policy (countable and uncountable, plural public policies)
(law) The set of policies (laws, plans, actions, behaviors) of a government; plans and methods of action that govern that society; a system of laws, courses of action, and priorities directing a government action.
Limitation is not a matter of justice. It is a rule of public policy which has its origin in history and its justification in convenience. Alfred Denning, Baron Denning
There is a thought that poverty is a public policy failure; poverty is man-made by action and non-action: poverty can be eliminated. Benjamin Mkapa
The extra curricular activity in which I was most engaged - debating - helped shape my interests in public policy. Joseph Stiglitz
Opening up the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil drilling is bad public policy that has no place in the budget process,. The Budget Committee needs to leave drilling in the Arctic Refuge behind and focus on crafting this year's budget package. Russ Feingold
Compassion is not a dirty word. Compassion is not a sign of weakness. In my view, compassion in politics and in public policy is in fact a hallmark of great strength. It is a hallmark of a society which has about it a decency which speaks for itself. Kevin Rudd
There are some very real areas where working together is critical, whether it's talking about public policy issues, enforcement, or how to work together to facilitate new business opportunities. The RIAA has gotten much more involved in that. Hilary Rosen