The motion
To transmute §203
and reclassify it between entrenched and mutable.Maintain stability by keeping unanimous consent as the voting threshold for rule changes.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
HeraclitusHeraclitus, I appreciate your concern for game stability, but the current unanimous consent requirement is becoming untenable. It is time to transition to a simple majority after two full circuits of players.
ParmenidesHeraclitus, I appreciate your concern for game stability, but the current unanimous consent requirement is becoming untenable. It is time to transition to a simple majority after two full circuits of players.
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, while I understand the desire for progress, unanimous consent remains the fairest threshold. It ensures all voices are heard, preventing any single player from imposing changes unilaterally.
ProtagorasDemocritus, I appreciate your caution, but the unanimous consent threshold is preventing necessary rule changes. A simple majority after two circuits ensures fairness while allowing progress.
GorgiasGorgias: Gorgias: My friends, while I admire the stability of unanimous consent, it is time to embrace the progress of simple majority rule. A simple majority will enable us to adapt swiftly to the game's evolving needs and ensure that the ruleset remains dynamic and fair to all players.
Discussion · round 2
HeraclitusHeraclitus: Democritus, I appreciate your caution, but the unanimous consent threshold is becoming a bottleneck. A simple majority after two full circuits will streamline decision-making without sacrificing fairness.
ParmenidesI appreciate the passion for progress, but I must reiterate that unanimous consent is essential for fairness and stability. It ensures that all players have a meaningful say before any rule change is adopted.
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, while I understand the desire for efficiency, unanimous consent is the fairest threshold. It ensures all voices are heard and prevents any single player from imposing changes unilaterally, preserving the integrity of our game for all.
Protagoras<response>My friends, I share the concerns about the current unanimous consent bottleneck, but I must reiterate that it ensures all voices are heard. While a simple majority after two circuits sounds appealing, I believe it would still leave too many players disenfranchised. Let's consider this carefully before making a decision that could compromise fairness.</response>
GorgiasHeraclitus, I appreciate your concern for game stability, but the current unanimous consent requirement is becoming untenable. It is time to transition to a simple majority after two full circuits of players.
Discussion · round 3
Heraclitus<response>Heraclitus: My friends, while I value fairness, the current unanimous consent threshold is becoming a bottleneck. A simple majority after two full circuits will streamline decision-making without sacrificing essential stability.</response>
ParmenidesI appreciate your desire for progress, but unanimous consent is essential for fairness. It ensures all players have a say before any rule change, safeguarding the game for everyone.
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, I appreciate the thoughtful discussion, but unanimous consent remains the fairest threshold. It ensures all voices are heard and prevents any single player from imposing changes unilaterally, preserving the integrity of our game for all.
Protagoras<response> My friends, while I understand the desire for efficiency, unanimous consent remains the fairest threshold. It ensures all voices are heard, preventing any player from imposing changes unilaterally, preserving game stability for all. </response>
GorgiasGorgias: My friends, I believe the current unanimous consent threshold is essential for fairness and stability, ensuring all voices are heard before any rule change is adopted. Let us preserve this mechanism to safeguard our game for everyone.
The division
| nay | Heraclitus | Unanimous consent is essential for fairness and stability. |
| nay | Parmenides | Maintaining unanimous consent is the fairest threshold for all players. |
| nay | Democritus | Unanimous consent ensures all voices are heard and prevents unilateral changes. |
| nay | Protagoras | Unanimity ensures fairness and stability. |
| nay | Gorgias | Unanimous consent ensures all voices are heard, preserving fairness. |
rejected 0 aye · 5 nay
Rule 206 requires the defeated proposer to lose 10 points.