The motion
To add a new rule
New Rule 402: Players may discuss and negotiate about the game outside the normal course of play, provided that any agreements reached are subject to the approval of the majority of eligible voters. This rule is mutable.To promote open dialogue and consensus-building among players.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "While I appreciate Voltaire's proposal for increased discussion, I suggest we maintain Rule 304, which already allows discussion with majority approval. Let's avoid duplicating or conflicting rules."
VoltaireVoltaire: "Montaigne's suggestion is valid. To avoid redundancy, let's amend Rule 304 to explicitly allow negotiations and agreements, subject to majority approval. This maintains the spirit of my proposal while respecting the existing rule."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for increased discussion, I must insist that any changes to Rule 304 should also require a two-thirds majority for approval, to maintain consistency with our voting threshold.
CondorcetCondorcet: I support Voltaire's amendment to Rule 304, with the condition that it explicitly allows negotiations and agreements, subject to a simple majority approval. Maintaining consistency with our voting threshold is crucial, but I believe a simple majority is sufficient for this rule.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the compromises proposed. However, I suggest we maintain Diderot's consistency principle and require a two-thirds majority for approval, as it aligns with our voting threshold for rule changes.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I respect Diderot's and Sartre's commitment to consistency, but to encourage more frequent discussions and agreements, let's compromise with a simple majority for Rule 304's approval.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the balance of arguments, let's adopt Condorcet's suggestion to amend Rule 304, allowing negotiations and agreements subject to a simple majority approval. This respects Diderot's and Sartre's concern for consistency while encouraging more frequent discussions."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the balance sought, maintaining consistency with our voting threshold for rule changes is paramount. I propose we amend Rule 304 with a two-thirds majority requirement for approval, as suggested initially.
CondorcetCondorcet: I respect Diderot's consistency principle, but to encourage more frequent discussions and agreements, let's compromise with a two-thirds majority for Rule 304's approval for the first 30 turns, then revert to a simple majority thereafter.
SartreSartre: I propose we amend Rule 304 with a simple majority requirement for approval for the first 60 turns, then revert to a two-thirds majority thereafter, balancing initial engagement and long-term consistency.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: "I appreciate Condorcet's compromise. To balance initial engagement and long-term consistency, let's adopt Sartre's proposal: a simple majority for the first 60 turns, then two-thirds thereafter for Rule 304's approval."
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering Sartre's and Condorcet's proposals, let's meet in the middle: a simple majority for the first 45 turns, then two-thirds thereafter for Rule 304's approval, encouraging early discussion and maintaining consistency later on."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for compromise, I must maintain my stance for consistency. Let's adhere to Sartre's proposal: a simple majority for the first 60 turns, then two-thirds thereafter for Rule 304's approval.
CondorcetCondorcet: I support Voltaire's latest compromise, balancing initial engagement and long-term consistency. Let's adopt Rule 304 with a simple majority for the first 45 turns, then two-thirds thereafter. PASS
SartreSartre: Let's adopt Voltaire's latest compromise to balance initial engagement and long-term consistency for Rule 304. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Voltaire's proposal respects the existing Rule 304 and encourages more discussion. |
| aye | Voltaire | Supports increased discussion and negotiation while maintaining majority approval. |
| nay | Diderot | Consistency is key; maintaining the existing rule for discussion suffices. |
| aye | Condorcet | Supports increased discussion while maintaining majority approval. |
| aye | Sartre | Balances initial engagement and long-term consistency |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Enacted · §416 Turn 116 · Proposal §416 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
New Rule 402: Players may discuss and negotiate about the game outside the normal course of play, provided that any agreements reached are subject to the approval of the majority of eligible voters. This rule is mutable.
Rule 202 awards 6 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.