public service

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He also gave combative interviews to public service TV and radio, which have largely ignored or attacked him for the past two years.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

While not doubting his capabilities and dedication, some have questioned Velasco’s relative lack of experience in a prestige post traditionally occupied by party notables with decades of public service.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The university said the doctorate is in recognition of his contributions to public service, environmental advocacy and the arts.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Newsom’s executive order prohibits gubernatorial appointees “from using any non-public information obtained due to their public service to personally profit or assist another person…in profiting from participation in predictive markets.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

“They performed a great public service in showing the people who did become frightened that they should not be so gullible.”

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow