The article examines the language politicians use to appeal to 'the body politic'.
It would not be 'politic' to ignore them.
a 'politic' [='tactful'] answer/decision
(..) Never mind. Would you like me to stay behind and help you? That is a generous offer, Nicole... ...but I am quite sensitive to office gender politics. And in today's world, the slightest gesture... ...can be misinterpreted as harassment. And it is late, and I would prefer (..)2006 The Pink Panther
(..) Chief Inspector Dreyfus' picture. So the chief inspector had a larger one made. You'll find that Paris can be a very political place. Yes, politics. Where greed wears the mask of morality. That's good. Did you say that? Yes, I did. - Could you help me down? - Oh, yes, of course. (..)2006 The Pink Panther