public affairs

American

noun

(used with a plural verb) matters of general interest or concern, especially those dealing with current social or political issues.
(used with a singular verb) the field of study dealing with current social or political issues.

Etymology

Origin of public affairs

First recorded in 1605–15

Example Sentences

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The US public affairs firm's report included information about journalist Gabriel Pogrund's Jewish beliefs and claims about his ideological position.

From BBC

Another way to watch live is through the public affairs network C-SPAN.

From Los Angeles Times

Lauren Bis, deputy assistant public affairs secretary at DHS, said no training hours have been cut.

From Los Angeles Times

With a finger on history’s pulse informing his head for politics, he eventually was tapped to host CNN’s public affairs series, “Both Sides with Jesse Jackson,” between 1992 and 2000.

From Salon

Carrie Braun, public affairs director at the Sheriff’s Department, said that as of Saturday evening, the suspect hadn’t completed the booking process and that his name is expected to be released Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times

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