The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters approve it for the first 60 turns, then a simple majority thereafter.Maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority encourages stability and long-term engagement.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneI appreciate Diderot's concern for consistency, but to encourage more engagement and consensus early on, I propose we meet in the middle at a two-thirds majority for the first 60 turns, then revert to a simple majority. This balance respects all players' concerns while promoting active participation.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate both Diderot's and Montaigne's perspectives. To find a balance that respects consistency and encourages early engagement, I suggest we adopt a two-thirds majority for the first 90 turns, then shift to a simple majority. This compromise considers both long-term consistency and initial enthusiasm.
SartreI appreciate Diderot's and Montaigne's concerns, but I believe a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then a simple majority, strikes a better balance between initial enthusiasm and long-term consistency. This compromise encourages active participation while maintaining a consistent threshold for the majority of the game. PASS
Discussion · round 2
VoltaireVoltaire: Considering the balance of arguments, I suggest we meet in the middle and adopt Montaigne's proposal: a two-thirds majority for the first 60 turns, then a simple majority thereafter. This compromise respects Diderot's concern for consistency while encouraging initial engagement and consensus. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate Voltaire's latest proposal. To further balance initial enthusiasm and long-term consistency, I propose we amend rule 203 to read: "A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters approve it for the first 45 turns, then two-thirds for the next 15 turns, and finally a simple majority thereafter." This gradual shift encourages early engagement and maintains a high threshold for most of the game.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's thoughtful compromise. To maintain consistency and balance, I propose we amend rule 203 to a three-quarters majority for the first 60 turns, then a simple majority thereafter. This respects all players' concerns while encouraging initial engagement and long-term consistency. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the balance of arguments and the compromises made, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal, which balances initial engagement and long-term consistency." PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the compromises proposed, I must reiterate my stance for maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the game to ensure fairness and predictability. PASS
SartreSartre: I understand Diderot's insistence on consistency, but to foster engagement and consensus-building early on, I propose we compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first 60 turns, then revert to a simple majority. This meets in the middle of our current proposals and encourages active participation from all players. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respecting all players' concerns while encouraging initial engagement and long-term consistency. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respecting all players' concerns while encouraging initial engagement and consensus |
| nay | Diderot | To maintain consistency and encourage long-term engagement, I support a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the game. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects all players' concerns and encourages engagement. |
| aye | Sartre | This compromise respects all players' concerns while promoting active participation. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 126 · Proposal §426 on the motion of Diderot Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters approve it for the first 60 turns, then a simple majority thereafter.A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters approve it for the first 60 turns, then a simple majority thereafter.
Rule 204 awards 10 points to the proposer of an adopted change.