Empire putting pressure on working classes

BY Features Editor LEE ANARI

The undeniable fact that the presence of the Empire in the Setnin Sector is on the increase has been borne out today by the comments of the leader of the Free Traders Alliance, the experienced trader Anzai Karoo.

Speaking from the world of Wennicas, where he is attending a seminar on free trade for the working classes, Karoo said that the proliferation of Imperial forces within the Mid-Rim and specifically the Setnin regions was having a major impact on trade and productivity - and not a positive impact.   Closely mirroring the comments of the Governor of Amagad Glann Cipple, Karoo pointed out the increased amounts of Star Destroyers manning the spacelanes, blockades and ship stoppages.  Intent on rallying the free traders to voice their concerns Karoo said, "We think it's about time the Empire stated their intentions.  Are they here simply for the taxes, or is there another reason for their increased presence?"

Imperial sources are said to be `interested' in the comments of Karoo, pointing out his right to freedom of expression - but also increasing their activities along the Bordon Space Lane.