Asked by Antonio Parra on Feb 18, 2024

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How does government relations differ from public affairs in terms of who initiates contact?

A) Initiator is an organization.
B) Initiator is a government entity.
C) Initiator is a nonprofit.
D) Initiator is a citizen.

Government Relations

Organization-to-government communications in which organizations communicate with government agencies and elected officials.

  • Government relations involves contact initiated by an organization.
  • Public affairs involves contact initiated by a government entity.
  • Public affairs may also involve contact initiated by a nonprofit organization.
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Samantha AlyseFeb 18, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Government relations typically involve an organization initiating contact with government entities to influence policy or legislation, whereas public affairs encompass a broader range of activities aimed at managing an organization's public image and relationships, not limited to government interactions.