Power is dangerous unless you have humility.
Return to the fundamentals of politics - sell our story door to door.
Even the Lord had skeptical members of his party.
Look at our Lords disciples. One denied Him; one doubted Him; one betrayed Him. If our Lord couldn't have perfection, how are you going to have it in city government?
We as Democrats have no apologies to make to anyone.
What is inherently wrong with the word 'politician' if the fellow has devoted his life to holding public office and trying to do something for his people?