the public
noun
: the people of a country, state, etc.
the American public
The beach is open to the public.
The general public is in favor of the law.
Members of the public called for the mayor's resignation.
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That’s our goal — to put evidence out to the public so policymakers can make informed choices.
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Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Had the organization posted more educational material meant to inform voters of where Bean, O’Shea and their opponents stood on policy issues, the public display of support could have been written off as a highlight and not an endorsement, Jones said.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2024
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Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Had the organization posted more educational material meant to inform voters of where Bean, O’Shea and their opponents stood on policy issues, the public display of support could have been written off as a highlight and not an endorsement, Jones said.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2024
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“The public.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20public. Accessed 2 Jun. 2024.
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