public affairs

American  

noun

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

2. (used with a singular verb) the field of study dealing with current social or political issues.

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Etymology

Origin of public affairs

First recorded in 1605–15

Example Sentences

“There is frustration among ownership about the state of the negotiations,” said NFL executive Jeff Miller, responsible for overseeing the league’s communications and public affairs.

From Los Angeles Times

Dylan Johnson, assistant secretary of state for global public affairs, confirmed the abduction of an American journalist, without naming Kittleson.

From BBC

All journalists want to witness history happening, and on a more basic level they hope to see something new and different, something that will make headlines, create viral content and break through the scripted surface of public affairs.

From Salon

David Bowles, the organisation's head of public affairs, said that was "putting wild animals, pets and livestock at risk, while rural communities face intimidation and anti-social behaviour."

From BBC

Peter Tutton, director of policy, research, and public affairs at StepChange, said this "outdated" sanction should be removed.

From BBC