Quote by Harry S Truman

It takes a politician to run a government. A statesman is a politician who's been dead for fifteen years.

It takes a politician to run a government. A statesman is a

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the difference between a politician and a statesman. It suggests that while politicians are actively involved in running the government, a statesman possesses a higher level of wisdom and expertise, often gained from years of experience and reflection. By stating that a statesman is one who has been dead for fifteen years, the quote playfully indicates that true statesmanship is often recognized and appreciated only after a politician has passed away.

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