Next Sunday the people of Brazil will be voting. It is very important that you think well about who deserve your vote. Remember who defend more transparency for governments, who defend more education for all, more sustainable development, respect to human rights, including political and social rights. Remember who has almost twenty years of activism online. The two parts with the same title were published in September 2016, now is the third part. This post is a summary of three article. The first with the title above was published in 2021 at https://rightforeducation.org/2021/01/26/what-makes-a-good-politician/. The second was published in 2020 at https://corg.iu.edu/programs/hamiltonviews/commentscongress/What%20Makes%20a%20Successful%20Politician.html. The third was published at https://bpac.in/what-defines-good-politicalleadership/
A politician is a person who is professionally involved in politics. Either holding or seeking an office in government. When in office, they help to produce the policies which govern a country. Otherwise, they may engage in party politics. Also, campaign for particular issues and debate with fellow politicians. Why do politicians matter? Politicians matter for the same reasons that politics matters. We care about how we are governed and how power is shared in society. We should also care about who govern us and who wields the power. If we want to protect democracy, for example, we must ensure that politicians introduce laws. Laws according to the will of the citizens and remain accountable to the people. It is important to know what makes a good politician. So that we can evaluate our own leaders as well as being in the best position to enter the world of politics ourselves. Politicians need to be able to effectively represent the people. They should be able to listen to voters and determine what they want. Politicians should also be honest and follow through with their promises. They should be willing to compromise in a system where there are a variety of views to reach consensus. Politicians should be compassionate, confident and able to lead. These characteristics will help politicians work out the most beneficial course of action and secure high public approval. A lifetime in politics has given me a sense of what makes a good politician. One of the ironies of our system is that the skills and attributes that put someone in office are usually not the skills needed for success once they are there. Yet as a nation we depend on politicians' abilities in office to move us forward. For starters, I think the most successful politicians have integrity. When you are interacting with many others to deal with complex and difficult public policy issues, it is hugely important that you can trust someone's word. For the same reason, they tend to be skillful at working with all sorts of people. Sizing others up accurately, not just whether they are trustworthy, but the skills and strengths they might bring to a given policy or organizing effort is vital. So is not rushing to amke quick judments, but instead letting others show through their actions what they can accomplish. I've been impressed over the years by the energy and drive to get things done that good politicians bring to their work. Serving in office all-consuming, especially if you are a politician who wants to accomplish change. At the same time, accomplished politicians know how to rein in their enthusiasm and zeal. They practice patience and perseverance and prepare for the haul, because they understand that controversial things don't get easily done in our system. They believe that facts matter, because they are the starting point for any productive negotiation. And they are very good at managing their time efficiently. Good politicians are able to put aside partisan differences when necessary and work for the common good. They do not see someone they disagree with as the enemy. Political leaders are vital, they determine the allocation of power and money through governmental policies, establish partnerships with other stakeholders, and make decisions that can have a major effect on a nation's well-being and its citizen. Political leadership requires a leader to focus on a country's long-term betterment, above and beyond any short-term personal gains. Strong political leadership requires a mixture of charm and honesty, and the capacity to evaluate a circumstance and make a judgment based on what will be better for the majority. Above all, leadership needs statesmanship, as compared to just becoming a 'politician', which implies possessing the honesty and ability to stand up for what is fair, even though it means resigning a government. Let's look at some of the skills required to be successful in political leadership. 1) Good Communicator - If you can't effectively communicate your message, you can never be a good leader. Words can get people motivated. 2) Honesty and Integrity - Are two main elements that make for a strong leader. How do you demand integrity from your supporters if you neglect such qualities? Leaders excel because they hold to their basic principles, and that won't be possible without ethics. 3) Decision Maker - A leader should be capable of making the right decision at the right time. 4) Must Be Able to Inspire Other - Perhaps the toughest thing a leader to do is convince people to follow them. This will only be done by providing a clear example and encouraging your followers. 5) Must Delegate Tasks Effectively - Different duties should be delegate and see how they perform. Provide them with all the tools and help they need to attain the target and allow them to bear responsibilities. 6) Man With a Vision and Purpose - Influential leaders have intent and vision. Not only can they imagine the future, but they also express their dreams with their supporters. A political leader should have a global perspective.
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