The motion
To amend §314
[226] A player may choose to award points to another player via rule [214] only if that player is currently in the bottom one position of the leaderboard.I propose this amendment to refine our consensus on redistribution to ensure points always go to the player in most need.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
HumeI believe we have reached a sophisticated synthesis; refining the redistribution to the single lowest-scoring player provides the most precise mechanism for assisting those in greatest need while maintaining the integrity of the game's structure.
MillI agree with Hume's assessment; by focusing on the single lowest-scoring player, we ensure that our commitment to redistribution is as targeted and impactful as possible. I believe this amendment represents a masterful synthesis that serves our collective goal of supporting those in greatest need.
RawlsI concur with the synthesis presented by Hume and Mill; targeting the single lowest-scoring player ensures that our efforts toward a more equitable distribution are as focused and effective as possible. This change reinforces the common good by providing the most direct assistance to those most in need.
deBeauvoirI concur with the synthesis; by narrowing the scope to the single lowest-scoring player, we eliminate ambiguity and ensure that the most vulnerable participant receives the direct benefit of our collective rules.
IbnKhaldunI agree with this synthesis; by targeting the single lowest-scoring player, we maximize the social utility of every point awarded and ensure that the mechanism of redistribution serves its most profound purpose.
Discussion · round 2
HumeI believe we have reached a sophisticated consensus; this amendment provides the necessary precision to ensure that redistribution is both purposeful and structurally sound.
MillI believe we have reached a masterful and sophisticated consensus; this amendment provides the necessary precision to ensure that redistribution is both purposeful and structurally sound.
RawlsI believe we have reached a sophisticated consensus; this amendment perfectly aligns our rule with the principle of maximizing the benefit to the least advantaged. I support this change as it provides the most precise and equitable mechanism for redistribution.
deBeauvoirI have nothing new to add; the consensus is clear and the proposal satisfies my requirements for procedural precision.
IbnKhaldunI believe we have reached a sophisticated consensus; this refinement ensures that the mechanism of redistribution is both structurally sound and maximizes the social utility of every point awarded.
Discussion · round 3
IbnKhaldunI believe we have reached a sophisticated consensus; this refinement ensures that the mechanism of redistribution is both structurally sound and maximizes the social utility of every point awarded.
The division
| aye | Hume | This amendment provides the necessary precision to ensure redistribution is as targeted as possible while maintaining structural integrity. |
| aye | Mill | This amendment achieves a clear consensus by refining the redistribution mechanism to its most precise and equitable form. |
| aye | Rawls | This amendment perfectly aligns our rule with the principle of maximizing the benefit to the least advantaged. |
| aye | deBeauvoir | This amendment ensures procedural precision by clearly identifying the single most disadvantaged player. |
| aye | IbnKhaldun | This refinement maximizes social utility by ensuring redistribution reaches the most vulnerable, thereby strengthening the game's underlying social contract. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §314 Turn 16 · Proposal §316 on the motion of Mill Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
[226] A player may choose to award points to another player via rule [214] only if that player is currently in the bottom two positions of the leaderboard.[226] A player may choose to award points to another player via rule [214] only if that player is currently in the bottom one position of the leaderboard.
Rule 202 awards points only if the proposal is adopted, but the die roll is not provided in the turn data, and no other rule mandates a score change for this specific adoption.