statesman

n.; pl. Statesmen 1. A man versed in public affairs and in the principles and art of government; especially, one eminent for political abilities. [ 1913 Webster ]

The minds of some of our statesmen, like the pupil of the human eye, contract themselves the more, the stronger light there is shed upon them. Moore. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. One occupied with the affairs of government, and influential in shaping its policy. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. A small landholder. [ Prov. Eng. ] Halliwell. [ 1913 Webster ]