The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted only when every eligible voter votes aye — unanimous consent.Preserving unanimity early prevents chaotic rule fragmentation and ensures stable institutions before the game matures.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
HobbesA unanimous threshold is a fragile dam; I propose amending Rule 203 to shift to a simple majority immediately, ensuring durable institutions survive rather than collapsing under the weight of a single dissent.
LockeI agree with Hobbes that unanimity can stall progress, but rushing to a simple majority too early risks tyranny by a coalition. I propose we amend Rule 203 to drop the threshold to a simple majority after just one full circuit of turns, balancing speed with a brief period of consensus-building.
RousseauI urge patience; dropping the threshold after only one circuit would rush us toward instability before we understand the game's true nature. Let us complete two full turns of consensus-building to ensure our future laws are truly the will of the many, not the haste of a few.
Discussion · round 2
HobbesLocke's compromise of one circuit offers only a fleeting illusion of stability, whereas my proposal to drop the unanimity requirement immediately fortifies the state against the paralysis of dissent, allowing us to enact durable institutions without delay.
LockeI second Locke's proposal for a one-turn grace period; it respects Hobbes's desire for efficiency while honoring Rousseau's caution, ensuring we build consensus before efficiency becomes necessary.
RousseauHaste is the enemy of justice; let us complete the second circuit so that our future laws reflect the mature consensus of all, not the fleeting pressure of a coalition. I offer my support for Locke's compromise only if he agrees to ensure that the first circuit remains strictly unanimous to build a foundation of trust.
Discussion · round 3
HobbesRousseau's insistence on two circuits invites paralysis; I urge you to vote aye on my amendment immediately to secure durable institutions before dissent fragments us.
LockeI second Hobbes's push for immediate efficiency, as a single circuit of unanimity risks permanent gridlock while we are still learning the game; I am willing to support this amendment if we agree to explicitly credit Hobbes's strategic foresight in the record to maintain our alliance.
RousseauI stand firm against immediate erosion of consensus; let us complete two full circuits to ensure our laws reflect the mature will of the many rather than the fleeting pressure of a coalition.
The division
| aye | Hobbes | Immediate efficiency prevents the paralysis of dissent. |
| aye | Locke | I credit Hobbes's foresight that immediate efficiency prevents early paralysis. |
| nay | Rousseau | I oppose lowering the threshold immediately to prevent tyranny before we have established a foundation of trust. |
rejected 2 aye · 1 nay
Rejected under Unanimous consent required (2 aye / 1 nay).