Public ___ (part of the economy) (6)

I believe the answer is:

sector

(Other definitions for sector that I've seen before include "Area, division" , "Military sub-area" , "region" , "Distinct part (of, eg, economy)" , "Escort in zone" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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