noun a person who is appointed to a position, especially in government or politics, as a reward for supporting a particular party or candidate
A placeman/woman is a political appointee who holds a position primarily to serve the interests of the appointing authority.
In government, a placeman/woman may be appointed to a specific position to carry out the policies of the ruling party or government.
Placemen/women may be appointed to administrative roles within public institutions to ensure alignment with the organization's objectives.
Within the civil service, placemen/women may be appointed to key positions to implement government policies and initiatives.
In the literary world, a placeman or placewoman refers to a writer who is hired or appointed to produce content that promotes a particular viewpoint or agenda.
In the field of psychology, a placeman or placewoman may be used to describe a researcher or practitioner who is biased in favor of a particular theory or approach.
In politics, a placeman or placewoman is a derogatory term used to describe a politician who is seen as being controlled or influenced by others, rather than acting independently.
In journalism, a placeman or placewoman may refer to a reporter or commentator who consistently presents a biased or one-sided view of events or issues.