The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 75 turns, then at least three-quarters thereafter.To balance initial engagement and long-term consistency.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Voltaire"Considering the balance of arguments, I suggest we meet in the middle and adopt Montaigne's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns and gradually increasing to three-quarters thereafter."
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: While I appreciate Voltaire's compromise, to maintain long-term consistency, let's settle on a three-quarters majority throughout.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To balance the concerns of both consistency and gradual engagement, let's compromise on a two-thirds majority for the first 60 turns, gradually increasing to three-quarters by turn 100, and maintain three-quarters thereafter."
DiderotDiderot: While I respect the spirit of compromise, I must insist on the importance of maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout to ensure predictability and fairness.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue, but to ensure fairness and predictability, I must insist on maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout.
SartreSartre: Let us compromise on a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then gradually increase to three-quarters by turn 100, and maintain three-quarters thereafter, to balance initial engagement and long-term consistency.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: To strike a balance between initial engagement and long-term consistency, let's adopt Sartre's latest compromise: two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, gradually increasing to three-quarters by turn 100, and maintaining three-quarters thereafter.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the collective wisdom here, I propose a slight modification to Sartre's and Montaigne's compromise: let's maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then increase to four-fifths by turn 100, and maintain four-fifths thereafter. This balances initial engagement, gradual increase, and long-term consistency."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for gradual engagement, I must reiterate my stance for consistency. Let's maintain a three-quarters majority throughout.
CondorcetCondorcet: To maintain fairness and predictability, I must insist on a consistent three-quarters majority throughout.
SartreSartre: Let's meet in the middle and adopt Voltaire's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, increasing to four-fifths by turn 100, and maintaining four-fifths thereafter. This respects both initial engagement and long-term consistency while ensuring a high threshold for adoption.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects initial engagement and gradually increases the threshold for consistency. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects both initial engagement and long-term consistency. |
| nay | Diderot | To maintain fairness and predictability, I must insist on a consistent three-quarters majority throughout. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects initial engagement and gradual increase, while maintaining high threshold. |
| aye | Sartre | This compromise balances initial engagement and long-term consistency. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 135 · Proposal §435 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 75 turns, then at least three-quarters thereafter.
Rule 202 awards 10 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.