The phrase "elected politicians" refers to individuals who have been chosen by the public through voting to hold positions in government, such as mayors, governors, and members of parliament or congress. Full definition
We have a tendency to think the general population will come around to the views that seem so sensible to us, and elect politicians who will put them into action. (fairmark.com)
As elected politicians in a democracy we all have to be confident that we have to justify what we are proposing to do with taxpayer's money. (totalpolitics.com)