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Throughout history, and anywhere in the world, which non-politician* or non career politician* took political office AND did a very good job in the position?

For instance, an entertainer, athlete, journalist, military officer, educator, businessperson, artist, et cetera.

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Posted - August 25, 2016

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    Martin Bell, former BBC reporter, who became MP for Tatton, standing as an independant on an anti-sleaze ticket following allegations about Conservative Neil Hamilton asking questions for cash in the house. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Bell
      August 26, 2016 8:52 AM MDT
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