A politician is a person who is involved in politics, typically by holding public office. An OFFICEHOLDER is someone who holds a position of authority in an organization or government. A POLITICO is a person who is actively involved in politics, often as a member of a political party. A DIPLOMAT is a person appointed by a state to conduct diplomacy with another state or international organization. A LEGISLATOR is a person who makes or enacts laws. A STATESMAN is a person who is experienced in the art of government and is skilled in managing political affairs.