What's the worst example of office politics that you've witnessed?

Question

You've seen a few I'm sure. Here's a couple -

1. A manager asking a female subordinate to "spy" on a collegue in the washroom to see if she was on her period (???????)

2. A manager publicly berating an employee in a meeting over the type of car he drove (not at all related to his job in the slightest)

Answer 1

Falsely accusing someone without representation of the facts. Trusting what was heresay rather than consult with the accused.

Horrible office politics. Horrible Office Manager who would do that.