Dictators typically come to power through a combination of political maneuvering, brute force, and manipulation of the existing political system. There are many different ways in which dictators can rise to power, but some common methods include coups, elections, manipulation of the legal system, and exploitation of societal divisions. One of the most common ways in which dictators come to power is through a military coup. In a coup, military leaders seize control of the government by force, often with the backing of other powerful individuals or groups. This type of power grab is often accompanied by violence, intimidation, and the suppression of political opposition.
