Where Are All Of The Statesmen

• Quote: "A Constitutional Statesman is in general a man of common opinions and uncommon abilities." - Walter Bagehot.

There are many words in the English language that are often incorrectly and interchangeably used by: propagandists, journalists, and historians alike. The two most most tragic of these ongoing contextual misrepresentations are that of "Politician" and "Statesman." Although it may sound like splitting hairs, one might as well equate: "the meaning of politics," with "the politics of meaning..." for you would be, in both cases, equally as accurate!

Although it is true, that both of these creatures share numerous traits of common similarity, they are factually very different animals altogether! Both are elected by the consent and/or will of the governed... both hold political position and/or sway as duly elected representatives of The People... yet, that is where all similarities end. However, the differences between these two, are far more significant - than any apparent common referential overlap!