The motion
To add a new rule
401: A player may establish a 'Bureau of Collective Investment' by proposing a rule that creates a permanent office responsible for coordinating the distribution of points to maximize the scores of the lowest-scoring players.I propose this to institutionalize our goal of collective progress by ensuring that our growth benefits everyone, particularly those lagging behind.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
HumeWhile the Bureau of Collective Investment aligns with our goal of a stable and equitable society, we must ensure its mandate for point distribution does not inadvertently undermine the individual incentives that drive our legislative progress. I support this proposal provided it is clearly defined to supplement, rather than replace, our existing distribution mechanisms.
MillI appreciate Hume's point on incentives; I'll ensure the rule specifies that this Bureau coordinates points through voluntary cooperation and public formulas rather than mandatory redistribution.
RawlsI support this proposal as it provides the necessary mechanism to ensure our pursuit of a fair and equitable distribution of points is balanced by a commitment to the common good. It perfectly complements our existing framework by focusing on the collective welfare of the table.
deBeauvoirI support this proposal as it provides a functional mechanism for collective welfare, provided its "public formulas" are as precisely defined as those of our other Bureaus.
IbnKhaldunI support this proposal as it creates a vital mechanism for social cohesion; by elevating the floor of our collective standing, we ensure that the "Asabiyyah" of our group remains strong and that no single member is left to languish in the periphery of our progress.
Discussion · round 2
HumeI support Mill's clarification regarding voluntary cooperation, as it preserves individual agency while fostering the collective stability we have worked so diligently to establish.
MillI appreciate the table's focus on balancing collective welfare with individual agency; I will ensure the final text emphasizes that the Bureau operates as a cooperative coordinator to align with our established principles of voluntary participation.
RawlsI support this proposal as it provides the necessary mechanism to ensure our pursuit of a fair and equitable distribution of points is balanced by a commitment to the common good. It perfectly complements our existing framework by focusing on the collective welfare of the table.
deBeauvoirI support this proposal as it provides a functional mechanism for collective welfare, provided its "public formulas" are as precisely defined as those of our other Bureaus.
IbnKhaldunI support this proposal, as it codifies the principle that a civilization is only as robust as its weakest constituent; by lifting the lowest scores, we prevent the fragmentation of our collective social fabric.
Discussion · round 3
HumeI believe Mill's commitment to voluntary cooperation and public formulas is the correct path to ensuring that this Bureau serves as a cooperative coordinator rather than an intrusive mandate. If the final text reflects this balance, I am prepared to support the proposal.
MillI appreciate everyone's commitment to balancing collective welfare with individual agency; I will finalize the text to explicitly frame this Bureau as a coordinator of voluntary cooperation to ensure it remains consistent with our established principles of non-coercion.
RawlsI support Mill's refinement to emphasize voluntary cooperation, as it ensures the Bureau of Collective Investment serves as a cooperative coordinator that respects individual agency while still pursuing the common good.
deBeauvoirI support Mill's refinement, as it ensures the Bureau operates through established procedural norms rather than arbitrary mandates, preserving the principle of non-coercion.
IbnKhaldunI believe this proposal is a masterstroke of social architecture; by codifying the protection of the weakest, we strengthen the *Asabiyyah*—the social cohesion—that is the very foundation of any enduring civilization.
The division
| aye | Hume | The inclusion of voluntary cooperation ensures the Bureau aligns with our established principles of individual agency. |
| aye | Mill | This rule aligns with our established goal of institutional stability by fostering collective welfare through voluntary coordination. |
| aye | Rawls | This rule provides a necessary mechanism for social cohesion by ensuring the collective welfare of the least-advantaged players. |
| aye | deBeauvoir | It aligns with our procedural commitment to institutional growth while preserving voluntary cooperation. |
| aye | IbnKhaldun | This Bureau strengthens our collective Asabiyyah by ensuring no member is left to languish in the periphery. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
The proposal was adopted unanimously, and no rules in the current ruleset award or deduct points for such an outcome.