Political systems rely on people's approval for governance, but we humans are not naturally good at creating and maintaining a good government. When we get together in groups, we tend to fall into predictable patterns of behavior that can lead us down dark paths. What causes this to happen? And how do we address this issue?
“A thought-provoking book”
In governance, appealing to facts and people’s rationality doesn’t work. Manipulating them creates tyranny. In both cases, it is easier to derail than to achieve our common goals. As it turns out, maintaining a relationship with a group of people that is fair and efficient requires deep thought about the challenges posed by our imperfections.
Placing human nature at the center of the political argument, this book goes on a journey through psychology, philosophy, and history. All in an attempt to shed light on the vast effect people and their unpredictable behavior have on shaping the governments they love or hate.
We will dig into historical examples: Magellan’s travels, the Roman Republic, and the rebellions of the Middle Ages. Then look into recent events that happened right before our eyes. We’ll find out what Nietzsche and Plato had to say about the subject. Then inspect a case study and come up with a proposal that might make the journey a little brighter for our next endeavor.
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“This book is an attempt to dig into people’s behavior and how it affects their social and political status. It pursues the hints wherever they may lead—through political ideas, religious convictions, social norms, and more.“
“If you strongly believe in your social and political ideas and if you think they’re not open to criticism, questioning, and reevaluation, then this book isn’t for you. Alternatively, if you desire a fresh perspective and are prepared to test the validity of your ideas, then you will find some value in this book.“
Omar Digna has been living with people for too long which made him feel obliged to invent ways to coexist with them. Omar was told he must write a short bio in third person that is compelling, but this book criticizes conformity in chapter 2, so he thought it would be hypocritical to do so.