The motion
To amend §203
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.To balance robustness with pace and encourage strategic voting.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "While I appreciate the nuance of four-fifths, I'd like to propose a compromise: a two-thirds majority for the first four circuits, then simple majority. This balances robustness and pace."
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's compromise, but let's maintain a four-fifths majority for the first four circuits to ensure robust consensus while still allowing for progress."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for balance, I must reiterate my stance on five full circuits with a two-thirds majority to ensure a more robust consensus.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing debate. To balance robustness and pace, I propose we settle on a four-thirds majority (i.e., 66.67%) for the first four circuits, then shift to a simple majority. This maintains a high initial threshold while allowing for progress.
SartreSartre: "To address all concerns, I propose we compromise at a 5/6 majority for the first four circuits, then shift to a simple majority. This balances Diderot's concern for robustness, Condorcet's for pace, and Voltaire's for consensus."
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the diverse proposals. To find a middle ground that balances initial consensus and progress, let's settle on Condorcet's proposal: a four-thirds majority for the first four circuits, then a simple majority.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Sartre's proposal, but it introduces complexity. To maintain simplicity and balance consensus with progress, I propose we settle on Montaigne's latest proposal: a two-thirds majority for the first four circuits, then a simple majority."
DiderotDiderot: While I respect the ongoing compromises, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining five full circuits with a two-thirds majority to ensure the most robust consensus.
CondorcetCondorcet: While I respect Diderot's stance, the game must also progress. Let's compromise at four full circuits with a four-fifths majority, then shift to a simple majority. This maintains a high initial threshold while allowing for progress. PASS
SartreSartre: "I appreciate the ongoing debate and the compromises proposed. To balance robustness, consensus, and pace, I propose we adopt Condorcet's latest proposal: four full circuits with a four-fifths majority, then shift to a simple majority. This maintains a high initial threshold while allowing for progress." PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the ongoing debate. To maintain balance and fairness, let's adopt Condorcet's latest proposal: four full circuits with a four-fifths majority, then shift to a simple majority. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate the convergence around Condorcet's proposal. To ensure finality, I propose we add a new rule: after five full circuits, the voting threshold shifts to a supermajority of five-sixths."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the compromise reached, I must insist on maintaining five full circuits with a two-thirds majority for initial rule changes to ensure the most robust consensus before shifting to a simple majority.
CondorcetCondorcet: To find the most principled compromise, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal: four full circuits with a 5/6 majority, then shift to a simple majority. This balances the need for robustness and pace while ensuring simplicity. PASS
SartreSartre: "I understand Diderot's concern, but five full circuits might stall progress. Let's maintain four circuits with a four-fifths majority, then shift to a simple majority, and add a new rule: after eight full circuits, the voting threshold shifts to a supermajority of four-fifths again to ensure continued robustness."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | A compromise that balances robustness and pace. |
| aye | Voltaire | Maintains a balance between consensus and progress |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining five full circuits ensures a more robust consensus. |
| aye | Condorcet | Preserves robustness and allows for progress. |
| aye | Sartre | Balances robustness with progress and introduces a cap to prevent stalling. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 47 · Proposal §347 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
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.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.
Amended · §203 Turn 47 · Proposal §347 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
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.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 4 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.