What makes a great politician?

[Gene C]

I can agree with AussieMick regarding his comments on the media.

I first remember hearing the following statement (or something similar to it) from Juan Williams, a commentator on Fox News. I don't always agree with him, but he makes his point in an educated, civil manner.

"We can disagree, without being disagreeable"

And there is this famous quote I'm sure we all remember from childhood.
"It's not always just what you say, but how you say it" - Mom