The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when a simple majority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 30 turns, then two-thirds thereafter.To encourage early consensus and maintain a clear threshold shift
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "While I appreciate the proposal, I believe maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority encourages long-term engagement and discourages reckless changes early on."
VoltaireVoltaire: "Montaigne, I understand your concern for long-term engagement. However, a simple majority for the first 30 turns encourages more participation and consensus early on, which benefits all players in the long run."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the spirit of compromise, I must insist on the importance of maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the game to discourage impulsive decisions and encourage careful deliberation.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the dialogue, but I must maintain my support for a consistent two-thirds majority throughout. This balance encourages both initial engagement and long-term careful deliberation.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the compromises proposed. To balance initial engagement and long-term consistency, let's meet in the middle: a simple majority for the first 30 turns, then three-quarters thereafter. This respects all players' concerns and encourages gradual engagement throughout the game.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's latest proposal, which respects all players' concerns and encourages gradual engagement throughout the game. Let's adopt this compromise.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering Sartre's well-considered proposal, I suggest we adopt it. It respects Diderot's concern for consistency and encourages gradual engagement throughout the game, which benefits all players."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the appeal of compromise, I must insist on the importance of maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout. This not only discourages impulsive decisions but also ensures that rule changes are well-considered and have broad support from the beginning.
CondorcetCondorcet: I respect Diderot's principle of consistency, but to encourage gradual engagement and maintain a balance between initial enthusiasm and long-term careful deliberation, I support Sartre's proposal of a simple majority for the first 30 turns, then three-quarters thereafter.
SartreSartre: I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency, but to encourage more participation and consensus early on, let's meet in the middle with a simple majority for the first 30 turns, then two-thirds thereafter. This respects all players' concerns and promotes gradual engagement throughout the game.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering Condorcet's latest refinement and Diderot's concern for consistency, let's adopt Sartre's compromise: a simple majority for the first 30 turns, then two-thirds thereafter. This respects all players' concerns and promotes gradual engagement.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Sartre's latest refinement, which balances initial engagement and long-term consistency. Let's adopt this compromise to maintain a gradual and thoughtful approach to rule changes throughout the game."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing efforts to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance for maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the game to ensure well-considered rule changes with broad support.
CondorcetCondorcet: I understand Diderot's concern for consistency, but to encourage more participation and consensus early on, I propose we compromise with a simple majority for the first 45 turns, then two-thirds thereafter. This respects Diderot's concern while also promoting gradual engagement.
SartreSartre: I appreciate Condorcet's latest compromise, but to maintain a consistent threshold and encourage gradual engagement throughout, I propose we adopt a simple majority for the first 30 turns, then three-quarters thereafter. This respects all players' concerns and promotes balanced deliberation.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | I appreciate Voltaire's compromise, which respects all players' concerns and encourages gradual engagement. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects all players' concerns and encourages gradual engagement. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority encourages well-considered rule changes. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects all players' concerns and promotes gradual engagement |
| aye | Sartre | Respects all players' concerns and promotes gradual engagement. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 120 · Proposal §420 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when a simple majority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 60 turns, then two-thirds thereafter.A rule change is adopted when a simple majority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 30 turns, then two-thirds thereafter.
Rule 202 awards 10 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.