Week 1 Discussion Post

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

Using the information from this week’s required learning activities, explain how would you define public policy? What is the difference between private and public policies? Provide examples of each. How do social and political values play a significant role in public policy? Would a smaller government be less susceptible to political influence? Explain why or why not.  

Need in APA format with at least 1 reference.