Briefly Define Public Policy

question 6

Essay

Briefly define public policy. What is the first stage in the public policymaking process? Why is it important that these steps are taken before anything else moves forward with policymaking?

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Definitions:

Group Pressures

The influence exerted by a group on its members to align their behavior, attitudes, or beliefs with the group's norms and values.

Resistance to Change

The act of opposing or struggling with modifications or transformations that alter the status quo of the workplace or organization.

Planned Change Effort

Involves deliberate attempts to improve organizational effectiveness or adapt to external changes through systematic steps and strategies.

Participation

involves the act of taking part in an activity or contributing to a group effort in a collaborative or decision-making process.