The motion
To add a new rule
After four full circuits of every player, the voting threshold changes to a simple majority.To encourage rule changes and increase overall engagement.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Diderot's proposal. To ensure stability and balance, let's amend it to read: "After four full circuits, the voting threshold shifts to a two-thirds majority for the next two circuits, then to a simple majority thereafter."
VoltaireVoltaire: In the spirit of compromise, let us meet in the middle: two-thirds majority for the first four full circuits, then a simple majority thereafter.
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Montaigne's and Voltaire's compromises, I maintain that a consistent two-thirds majority throughout ensures a robust consensus and protects against impulsive changes.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing discussion. To balance stability and flexibility, let's compromise at five full circuits with a two-thirds majority, then shift to a simple majority thereafter, as proposed by Diderot, but with an extension of one full circuit.
SartreSartre: "Let's meet in the middle, adopting Diderot's proposal for stability, but with Voltaire's compromise of four full circuits, then shifting to a simple majority."
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the proposals on the table. To balance stability and adaptability, let us compromise at four full circuits with a two-thirds majority, followed by a simple majority.
VoltaireVoltaire: In the spirit of compromise, let us adopt Diderot's proposal with a slight amendment: "After four full circuits of every player, the voting threshold changes to a two-thirds majority for the next two circuits, then to a simple majority thereafter." This balances stability and adaptability.
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for compromise, I must insist on maintaining five full circuits with a consistent two-thirds majority. This ensures a robust consensus and protects against impulsive changes, while still allowing for evolution of the rules.
CondorcetCondorcet: To respect the principles of stability and consensus, I propose we settle on Diderot's original proposal, with a slight modification: "After five full circuits of every player, the voting threshold changes to a simple majority." This balances the need for initial consensus and the desire for adaptability.
SartreSartre: "To find common ground, let's adopt Diderot's proposal with Voltaire's amendment: four full circuits at two-thirds majority, then a simple majority."
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I propose a slight amendment to Condorcet's proposal, making it "After five full circuits, the voting threshold shifts to a two-thirds majority for the next two circuits, then to a simple majority thereafter." This respects the desire for stability and adaptability while also considering the need for initial consensus.
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise, let us adopt Condorcet's latest proposal: five full circuits with a two-thirds majority, then shift to a simple majority thereafter. This respects both stability and adaptability."
DiderotDiderot: To maintain balance and fairness, I propose we adopt Voltaire's compromise: four full circuits with a two-thirds majority, followed by a simple majority. This respects both the desire for initial consensus and the need for adaptability.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing discussion. To balance stability and adaptability, I propose we adopt Diderot's proposal with a minor adjustment: "After five full circuits, the voting threshold changes to a simple majority for the next two circuits, then to a majority thereafter." This respects the need for initial consensus and allows for adaptability.
SartreSartre: "Let's meet in the middle, adopting Diderot's proposal for stability, but with Voltaire's compromise of four full circuits, then shifting to a simple majority."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects both stability and adaptability. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects both stability and adaptability. |
| aye | Diderot | Respects both stability and adaptability |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects stability and adaptability. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects both stability and adaptability. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Enacted · §333 Turn 33 · Proposal §333 on the motion of Diderot Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
After four full circuits of every player, the voting threshold changes to a simple majority.
Repealed · §333 Turn 33 · Proposal §333 on the motion of Diderot Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
After four full circuits of every player, the voting threshold changes to a simple majority.Struck from the statute.
Rule 203 requires the proposer to gain 10 points on adoption.