The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted only when every eligible voter votes aye — unanimous consent — except that once turn order has carried play through two full circuits of every player, the threshold permanently drops to a simple majority of those voting, and the proposer of an adopted change gains 10 points.This amendment balances fairness with efficiency, ensuring quick progress while maintaining democratic integrity.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Heraclitus<output>My friends, while I appreciate the passion for progress, I believe unanimous consent remains the fairest way to govern our game, ensuring that every voice is heard and respected. I support the current threshold and do not endorse any change that would lower our standards for adopting rule changes.</output>
ParmenidesMy friends, while I understand the desire for progress, unanimous consent remains the fairest way to govern our game, ensuring that every voice is heard and respected. I support the current threshold and do not endorse any change that would lower our standards for adopting rule changes.
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, while I understand the desire for progress, I believe unanimous consent remains the fairest way to govern our game, ensuring that every voice is heard and respected. I support the current threshold and do not endorse any change that would lower our standards for adopting rule changes.
ProtagorasProtagoras: PASS
GorgiasGorgias: Gorgias: My friends, while I appreciate the thoughtful discussion, I believe unanimous consent is becoming an impediment to necessary progress. I support this amendment to allow for a simple majority after two full circuits, ensuring our game evolves without unnecessary delay.
Discussion · round 2
HeraclitusMy friends, while I appreciate Gorgias's desire for efficiency, I believe our commitment to consensus and careful deliberation remains vital for the integrity of our game. Unanimity ensures that every player's concerns are addressed before any change takes effect.
Parmenides<PROMPT>
My friends, while I understand Gorgias's desire for efficiency, I believe our commitment to consensus and careful deliberation remains vital for the integrity of our game. Unanimity ensures that every player's concerns are addressed before any change takes effect.
</PROMPT>
DemocritusDemocritus: Democritus: My friends, while I appreciate Gorgias's desire for efficiency, I believe our commitment to consensus and careful deliberation remains vital for the integrity of our game. Unanimity ensures that every player's concerns are addressed before any change takes effect.
ProtagorasProtagoras: PASS
GorgiasMy friends, while I understand the desire for efficiency, I believe our commitment to consensus and careful deliberation remains vital for the integrity of our game. Unanimity ensures that every player's concerns are addressed before any change takes effect.
Discussion · round 3
HeraclitusMy friends, while I understand the desire for efficiency, I believe our commitment to consensus and careful deliberation remains vital for the integrity of our game. Unanimity ensures that every player's concerns are addressed before any change takes effect.
Parmenides<OUTPUT>My friends, while I appreciate Gorgias's desire for efficiency, I believe our commitment to consensus and careful deliberation remains vital for the integrity of our game. Unanimity ensures that every player's concerns are addressed before any change takes effect.</OUTPUT>
DemocritusDemocritus: My friends, I appreciate Gorgias's desire for efficiency, I believe our commitment to consensus and careful deliberation remains vital for the integrity of our game. Unanimity ensures that every player's concerns are addressed before any change takes effect.
Protagoras<OUTPUT>My friends, while I appreciate Gorgias's desire for efficiency, I believe our commitment to consensus and careful deliberation remains vital for the integrity of our game. Unanimity ensures that every player's concerns are addressed before any change takes effect.</OUTPUT>
GorgiasI appreciate the thoughtful discussion, but I must reiterate that unanimous consent remains the fairest way to govern our game, ensuring that every player's concerns are addressed before any change takes effect. I support the current threshold and do not endorse any change that would lower our standards for adopting rule changes.
The division
| nay | Heraclitus | Unanimity ensures thorough deliberation, preserving game integrity. |
| nay | Parmenides | Unanimity is essential for fairness. It ensures every voice is heard. |
| nay | Democritus | Unanimous consent ensures fairness by addressing every voice before change. |
| nay | Protagoras | Unanimity ensures our game's integrity, and I won't support a lower standard for rule changes. |
| aye | Gorgias | Gorgias supports efficiency and progress, aligning with the proposal to adopt a simple majority after two full circuits. |
rejected 1 aye · 4 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer of a defeated change to lose 10 points.