Government policy refers to decisions made by government officials regarding laws, regulations, and actions taken by governing bodies. These policies shape how society is governed and provide guidelines for various aspects of public life.
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Affirmative Action: A government policy designed to address historical inequalities by providing opportunities for individuals from underrepresented groups through measures such as preferential hiring or college admissions.
Social Security Act: An important government policy enacted during Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency that established various social welfare programs including retirement benefits (pensions), unemployment insurance, and aid for dependent children.
Great Society: A set of domestic programs initiated by President Lyndon B. Johnson in the 1960s, aimed at reducing poverty and inequality through policies like Medicare, Medicaid, and civil rights legislation.