She shakes her head. 'I'd guess it's not true at all, but then everyone I've met from other universes has had radically different ideas about politics.' Tayrey hasn't been terribly worried, because a Tradeliner follows Tradeline code no matter where she is, regardless of local law, and there's no overt evidence of tyranny or oppression in this place.

'I guess it would be good to stay informed. Ordinarily I'd suggest attending the next citizens' assembly, but that would be assuming they have one.'