Statesman

The term statesman is a respectful term used to refer to diplomats, politicians, and other notable figures of state. It is often used in the context of international or foreign affairs, for example, "a meeting of statesmen." Foreign ministers are often called statesmen, for example, while more local level officials, such as mayors are not.

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Whether or not an individual actually is a statesman, is generally a matter of opinion, although in some cases there is little controversy. Politicians who are regarded as statesmen are usually old and popular, with long distinguished careers.

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Generally, one can use the word as an euphemism for politician. When a politician retires, he is often referred to as a "respected elder statesman" by his supporters.

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Diplomat: A diplomat is a person appointed by a state to conduct diplomacy with another state or international organization. The main functions of diplomats revolve around the representation and protection of the interests and nationals of the sending state, as well as the promotion of information and friendl...

Politician: A politician is an individual involved in politics to the extent of holding or running for public office....

State: :This article discusses states as sovereign political entities. For other meanings, see state (disambiguation)....

Statesman related Images and Photos (experimental)

Camillo Italian Statesman	Pericles Athenian Statesman	Benjamin Disraeli Statesman	Indian Statesman Mohammed Ali Jinnah Sitting in His Garden
Jean-Baptiste French Statesman Marquis de Seignelay	Fisher Ames American Statesman	Hippolyte Passy French Statesman	Portrait of U.S. Statesman and Lawyer Daniel Webster (1782-1852)
Camillo Cavour Italian Statesman	Sylvestre Jordan German Statesman	Cecil Rhodes Statesman Financier Imperialist. Caricatured as a Colossus Bestriding Africa	Oliver Cromwell Soldier Statesman the Protector