Politics at national level can still be comprehended by politics-as-property provided one remembers that moral integrity {or the public impression of such} in a high politician is also property, since it brings power and/or emoluments to him. Indeed a very high politician-which is to say a statesman or leader-has no political substance unless he is the servant of ideological institutions or interests and the available moral passions of the electorate, so serving, he is the agent of the political power they bestow on him, which power is certainly a property. Being
National politics can be understood through the lens of politics-as-property, particularly in how moral integrity or the perception of it functions as a valuable asset for high-ranking politicians. This integrity can generate influence and financial rewards. A prominent politician, such as a statesman, derives their political significance from their alignment with ideological institutions and the moral sentiments of voters, showcasing the transactional nature of political power.
In essence, when a politician fulfills the expectations of their constituents and adheres to key ideologies, they act as an intermediary for the political authority granted to them. This authority is not only a form of social capital but also a commodity that can be exchanged for political clout and advantages. Hence, moral integrity becomes a crucial factor that shapes and sustains a politician's position and effectiveness in the political arena.
