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What is the difference between “politics” and “public policy”?

April 26, 2017politics public policy

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What is the difference between “politics” and “public policy”?

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While these two words share etymology, there are important nuances to their meaning. “Politics” is the tend to be ideological in nature, and involves partisan groups advocating specific positions on a range of issues. “Politics” focuses on serving specific constituent interests. Lobbyists engage in politics in order to advocate the interests of those they represent. “Public policy” strives to be independent, and above the political fray. “Public policy” relies on non-biased research and information to provide objective recommendations, which people in the political arena can adapt into specific positions and legislation. Politics and public policy enjoy a symbiotic relationship. Without one, the other would not exist. OPAR researches public policy. We monitor the activities and interests of members of Congress as they apply to the issues we are studying.