James RozoffA politician is someone who knows everything about running a campaign and nothing about running a country.
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A politician is someone who knows everything about running a campaign and nothing about running a country. The statement was made by the American politician, George McGovern. He asserted that many people under the umbrella of government are there to secure their own interests rather than the interests of the country. They are there to stay in power for their own benefit. The purpose of them running for election is to enhance their own popularity so that they can continue to run for office and increase their position in power, rather than for the good of the country.
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