Which modern history politicians you respect most?

[epere]

who and why?

mine Mahatma Gandhi did not assume leader post to rule the country, i especially like Gandhi non violence disobedience protest against british colonization

[DrG]

who and why?

mine Mahatma Gandhi did not assume leader post to rule the country, i especially like Gandhi non violence disobedience protest against british colonization

While not exactly a politician yes I would agree his leadership role was far more exemplary than the likes of current politicians.  Easily gives FDR (who has a lot of baggage) and Churchill a run for their money.