Politicians and the Philosophy of Self-Promotion

I would like to point out the two political motives typical of the best leaders.

1. Those who humbly run for office at the instance of others whom they respect—examples of this include George Washington and Ronald Reagan.

2. Those who humbly recognize their unique abilities that are needed in a given situation.

In neither of these cases is the potential leader seeking to elevate himself above others. Most importantly true statesmen do not see themselves as better than others but as "humble servants."

Please find me these people in our government today. A career politician is a self-promoting, egomaniac and should not be trusted with the special stewardship of power that comes with elected office.