Politics and power

The chapter starts with the ergonomic issues in power and politics. It discusses the different human characteristics related to power in politics and how these influence the politicians and political decision making. These in the long run help in making better politicians and the society. The chapter discusses the ergonomic issues that can influence and make a better politician, especially when they work with the common people at the grassroots level. The cognitive ergonomic issues in political hierarchy and its benefits are discussed. The different cognitive ergonomic principles which can help a political party gain or regain political power are discussed. The chapter ends with a note on the role of ergonomics in curbing political violence and make the world a much better place to live with everyone living in perfect harmony, though they may foster different political ideology.