The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote aye for the first 70 turns, then a simple majority.To balance initial engagement and long-term consistency.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "Voltaire's proposal strikes a good balance. Let's adopt it to maintain a high threshold initially for more careful decision-making."
Voltaire"Considering Montaigne's support, I propose a slight modification to address Diderot's concern for consistency: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then shift to a simple majority."
DiderotDiderot: "While I appreciate Voltaire's compromise, maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout ensures stability and discourages hasty decisions."
CondorcetCondorcet: "While I understand the importance of stability, I maintain that a two-thirds majority for the first 70 turns strikes a better balance between careful decision-making and encouraging engagement. Let's adopt Voltaire's latest proposal."
SartreSartre: "While I appreciate the ongoing dialogue, I suggest we meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 70 turns, then shift to a simple majority after turn 75, addressing both engagement and consistency."
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering the balance of arguments and the compromises made, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal: a two-thirds majority for the first 70 turns, then a simple majority after turn 75. This best balances initial engagement, long-term consistency, and addresses all players' concerns.
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise and to address all concerns, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal: a two-thirds majority for the first 70 turns, then a simple majority after turn 75."
DiderotDiderot: While I respect the compromise proposed, I must reiterate my stance for consistency. Let's maintain a three-quarters majority throughout to discourage hasty decisions and ensure stability.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the compromises made, but I must maintain my stance for a two-thirds majority for the first 70 turns to encourage careful decision-making and gradual engagement. Let's adopt my proposal.
SartreSartre: "Considering Diderot's concern for consistency and the collective wisdom here, let's compromise on a two-thirds majority for the first 70 turns, then a simple majority after turn 80. This way, we encourage initial engagement, maintain long-term consistency, and address all players' concerns."
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's and Condorcet's input. To address all concerns and find a middle ground, let's maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then shift to a simple majority after turn 80, as proposed by Sartre. This compromise balances initial engagement, long-term consistency, and respect for all players.
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise and to address all concerns, let's adopt Montaigne's latest proposal: a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then a simple majority after turn 80."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, I must insist on the importance of maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout to ensure stability and discourage hasty decisions.
CondorcetCondorcet: I understand Diderot's commitment to consistency, but I believe a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, as proposed, encourages more careful decision-making while still allowing for gradual engagement and adaptability. Let's adopt this compromise.
SartreSartre: "Let's split the difference and maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 72 turns, then shift to a simple majority after turn 82, addressing all concerns and encouraging gradual engagement while respecting consistency."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Balances initial engagement and long-term consistency. |
| aye | Voltaire | Balances initial engagement and long-term consistency. |
| nay | Diderot | Consistency is key, let's maintain a three-quarters majority throughout. |
| aye | Condorcet | A two-thirds majority for the first 70 turns encourages careful decision-making and gradual engagement. |
| aye | Sartre | Sartre's compromise best balances initial engagement, long-term consistency, and addresses all players' concerns. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 147 · Proposal §447 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 70 turns, then a simple majority.
Rule 202 awards 14 points to the proposer upon adoption.