The distinction below between politicians and statesmen is not my original idea, but the words here are my take on the distinction (my words are based on stuff I've heard and read):
There are many politicians today.
There are very few statesmen/women.
Politicians see their oath of office as a formal ceremony but fail to keep their oath.
Statesmen keep their oath of office to uphold the Constitution.
Politicians try to get government spoils for their constituents
Statesmen are not into the spoils-giving game.
Politicians focus on short great-sounding sound bites.
Statesmen are about ideas.
Politicians vote for what seems good or necessary (no matter the cost).
Statesmen vote to let everyone keep their rights and money.
Politicians don't mind wars, even preemptive ones.
Statesmen avoid war (it should be a later resort) and declare them lawfully.
Politicians think we, the little people, aren't smart enough to take care of ourselves.
Statesmen want to maximize liberty for the people.
Parties are now basically irrelevant.
It's the person and their ideas that matter.
So be careful who you vote for.
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