caretaker-government

In Chapter 7 of Double Star, the protagonist learns about the political fallout from the resignation of the Quiroga government and the constitutional necessity for the opposition leader, Bonforte, to form a caretaker government. The chapter explores the complexities and manipulations of political timing, the influence of unseen forces controlling political parties, and the protagonist's reluctance to become involved in political affairs despite pressure from his associates. Tensions arise between the protagonist and Corpsman over responsibility and involvement in the unfolding political crisis.