Salesman Lyrics

Lyric discussion by aventurine 

Cover art for Salesman lyrics by Monkees, The

I read someone's opinion that this song is about a drug dealer - "secret goods that you push while you talk." I can see that. On the other hand, I've been reading a lot about Huey P. Long lately, and on hearing this song afterward, I started to think it could also be referencing politicians. What is a politician but a salesman, anyway?