James McGreevey

As I climbed the electoral ladder - from state assemblyman to mayor of Woodbridge and finally to governor of New Jersey - political compromises came easy to me because I'd learned how to keep a part of myself innocent of them.

American Politician

Used to refer to men in formal political roles, typically within a law-making body.

Legislative Context

Commonly used in certain regions, such as the United States, to denote local or state legislators.

Geographic Variance

Traditionally denotes a male legislator; alternative gender-neutral terms like 'assembly member' are now used.

Gender-Specific

Refers to manual labor in a production line or factory setting; implies working with hands.

Industrial Setting

Often requires specialized skills, such as precision in assembling intricate parts.

Specific Skillset

The role typically involves focusing on specific assembly tasks, not the broader manufacturing process.

Assemblyman