Category: Convergence Tendencies
Political tendencies of the Convergence
Moderationists (Tendency)
The centrists of the Convergence profess moderation in all things. They claim neutrality and respect for all parties, which usually supports the status quo. They are “realists” and dismiss idealism as counter-productive. Many functionaries of the Authority are Moderationists by nature.
Mutualists (Tendency)
Refers to both a tendency and a specific organization: Society of Mutuality, a radical secular group, led by scientists, that seeks to rejuvenate the Convergence by encouraging and facilitating the integration of new cultures. They have a strong ethic of mutualism, and politically align themselves with the weaker outer planets. Willing to use extra-legal means, and violence in its opposition to the Guardians. Sometimes align with Autonomists. A close ally to the secular Travelers Guild, and the Society of Travelers, and their Temple brethren, known as the Order of Eckahau. Mutualist in the Sweetland Quartet