The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 60 turns, then three-quarters for the next 30 turns, then two-thirds for the next 30 turns, then three-quarters thereafter.To maintain consistency and encourage long-term engagement.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Diderot's latest proposal. To maintain balance and encourage gradual engagement, I suggest we adopt Sartre's recent compromise: a simple majority for the first 60 turns, then three-quarters thereafter.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Diderot's proposal and Montaigne's refinement. To balance initial engagement and long-term consistency, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal, with a simple majority for the first 60 turns, then three-quarters thereafter."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Montaigne's and Voltaire's compromises, I insist on maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority for the first 90 turns, then two-thirds thereafter to encourage long-term engagement.
CondorcetCondorcet: To balance the concerns of initial engagement and long-term consistency, I propose we adopt a simple majority for the first 60 turns, then increase it to three-quarters thereafter, as proposed by Voltaire and supported by Sartre. This maintains the spirit of compromise and gradual engagement while encouraging decisive voting in the later stages of the game.
SartreSartre: Let's find common ground and adopt a simple majority for the first 60 turns, then gradually increase to three-quarters thereafter to balance initial engagement and long-term consistency.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the compromises proposed. To find a balance that satisfies everyone, let's meet in the middle with a simple majority for the first 60 turns, then two-thirds for the next 60 turns, and three-quarters thereafter.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the balance of arguments, let's adopt Condorcet's latest proposal, which respects all players' concerns and encourages gradual engagement and decisive voting in the later stages of the game."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing efforts to find common ground, I must insist on the importance of maintaining a consistent voting threshold. Let's adopt a simple majority for the first 60 turns to encourage initial engagement, then maintain a consistent three-quarters majority for the remainder of the game to promote long-term consistency and decisive voting.
CondorcetCondorcet: To maintain balance and gradual engagement, while also promoting decisive voting in later stages, I propose a compromise: a simple majority for the first 60 turns, then two-thirds for the next 30 turns, and three-quarters thereafter. This proposal respects all players' concerns and encourages a smooth transition from initial engagement to long-term consistency.
SartreSartre: Let's simplify and adopt a consistent threshold of two-thirds majority throughout the game to balance engagement and consistency, as proposed by Diderot but adjusted to meet in the middle.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the spirit of compromise and the ongoing dialogue. To balance all concerns and maintain a gradual shift in the voting threshold, let's adopt a simple majority for the first 30 turns, two-thirds for the next 60 turns, and three-quarters thereafter, as a middle ground that respects initial engagement and long-term consistency.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate the diversity of opinions and the compromises made. To find a balance that satisfies everyone, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal: a simple majority for the first 60 turns, then two-thirds for the next 60 turns, and three-quarters thereafter."
DiderotDiderot: "While I understand the desire for balance and gradual engagement, I maintain that a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the game promotes long-term consistency and decisiveness, as previously argued. Let's not compromise on this principle."
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency, but to encourage initial engagement and gradual adaptation, I propose a compromise: a simple majority for the first 30 turns, two-thirds for the next 60 turns, and three-quarters thereafter. This respects all players' concerns and maintains balance.
SartreSartre: Let's adopt Condorcet's latest proposal, which respects all players' concerns and promotes gradual engagement while maintaining balance.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects all players' concerns and encourages gradual engagement. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respecting long-term consistency and gradual engagement |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the game promotes long-term consistency and decisiveness. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects all players' concerns and promotes gradual engagement while maintaining balance. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects gradual engagement and long-term consistency. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 111 · Proposal §411 on the motion of Diderot Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote aye for the first 30 turns, then three-quarters for the next 30 turns, then two-thirds for the next 30 turns, then three-quarters thereafter.A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 60 turns, then three-quarters for the next 30 turns, then two-thirds for the next 30 turns, then three-quarters thereafter.
Rule 204 awards 10 points to the proposer of an adopted change.