The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote aye in the first four full circuits of every player, after which the voting threshold shifts to a simple majority.To maintain balance between initial consensus and swift decision-making.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: In the spirit of compromise, let us settle on Voltaire's latest proposal, maintaining four full circuits with a two-thirds majority.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's support for maintaining four full circuits. To address Diderot's concern for robustness, I propose we increase the initial majority requirement to four-fifths, compromising at 80% for the first four circuits and maintaining a simple majority thereafter."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing compromise, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining five full circuits with a two-thirds majority for the initial threshold. This ensures a more robust consensus before shifting to a simple majority.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing discussion, but I must insist on maintaining four full circuits with a two-thirds majority to balance initial consensus with the need for expedient decision-making.
SartreSartre: I propose we compromise at four full circuits with a four-fifths majority initially, shifting to a simple majority thereafter. This addresses Diderot's concern for robustness while accommodating Condorcet's preference for expediency.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: While I understand Diderot's concern for robustness, I believe Sartre's proposal of four-fifths majority for the initial four circuits strikes a better balance between consensus and expediency. I propose we amend [203] accordingly.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Sartre's and Montaigne's latest compromise. To further address Diderot's concern, I propose we amend the rule to "A rule change is adopted when four-fifths of eligible voters vote aye in the first four full circuits of every player, after which the voting threshold shifts to a simple majority." This maintains robustness while accommodating Condorcet's preference for expediency.
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Voltaire's latest proposal, I must maintain my stance on five full circuits with a two-thirds majority for the initial threshold. This balance ensures a robust consensus while not unduly delaying the game's progress.
CondorcetCondorcet: While I respect Diderot's commitment to robustness, I must insist on four full circuits with a two-thirds majority to balance initial consensus with expediency. I propose we amend [203] accordingly.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing discussion. To address Diderot's valid concern for robustness and Condorcet's for expediency, I propose we amend the rule to "A rule change is adopted when five-sixths of eligible voters vote aye in the first four full circuits of every player, after which the voting threshold shifts to a simple majority." This compromise maintains a high initial threshold while accommodating Condorcet's preference for expediency.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: While I understand Diderot's concern, I believe Sartre's proposal of five-sixths majority for the initial four circuits offers the best balance between robustness and expediency. I propose we amend [203] accordingly.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To find common ground, let's adopt a four-fifths majority for the first four circuits, with Diderot's consent."
DiderotDiderot: While I respect the compromises reached, I must insist on maintaining five full circuits with a two-thirds majority for the initial threshold to ensure a truly robust consensus before shifting to a simple majority.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the nuanced proposals, but to encourage strategic voting and openness, let's settle on Voltaire's latest proposal: four full circuits with a four-fifths majority initially, shifting to a simple majority thereafter.
SartreSartre: I propose we settle on five full circuits with a four-fifths majority initially, to balance Diderot's concern for robustness with Condorcet's preference for expediency.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Voltaire's proposal balances robustness and expediency. |
| aye | Voltaire | Voltaire's proposal balances robustness and expediency, and is a fair compromise. |
| nay | Diderot | I must maintain my stance on five full circuits with a two-thirds majority for the initial threshold. |
| aye | Condorcet | Voltaire's proposal balances robustness with expediency. |
| aye | Sartre | Sartre supports maintaining a high initial threshold while accommodating Condorcet's preference for expediency. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 45 · Proposal §345 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote aye during the first four full circuits of every player, after which the voting threshold shifts to a simple majority for the remaining players' turns.A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote aye in the first four full circuits of every player, after which the voting threshold shifts to a simple majority.
Rule 202 awards 6 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.