The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when a supermajority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 75 turns, then a three-quarters majority.To maintain consistency and encourage long-term strategy.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Diderot's consistency, but to encourage more participation and prevent deadlock, let's maintain a two-thirds majority throughout, as previously agreed.
VoltaireVoltaire: I understand Diderot's concern for consistency, but to foster engagement and prevent stalemates, I propose we keep a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns and a simple majority thereafter, as previously agreed.
DiderotDiderot: I appreciate Montaigne's and Voltaire's concerns, but maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout ensures stability and discourages frivolous proposals.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency, but to balance initial engagement and long-term stability, I propose we maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns and gradually decrease the threshold to a simple majority thereafter, as previously agreed.
SartreSartre: Sartre: Let's find a balance that respects all players' concerns. I propose we maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 80 turns, then gradually decrease the threshold to a simple majority over the next 10 turns, allowing for both initial engagement and long-term consistency.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's proposal, as it balances initial engagement and gradual shift to long-term consistency. However, to prevent frivolous proposals and maintain a balance, let's maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then shift to a simple majority, as agreed earlier.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Sartre's and Montaigne's compromises. To address Diderot's concern for predictability and Condorcet's for engagement, I propose we maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then gradually decrease to a simple majority over the next 15 turns, giving time for both initial engagement and long-term stability."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for gradual engagement, I must insist on the importance of maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout to ensure stability and discourage frivolous proposals.
CondorcetCondorcet: To balance initial engagement and long-term consistency, I propose we maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then gradually decrease to a simple majority over the next 20 turns, giving more time for engagement while ensuring stability.
SartreSartre: "Considering the collective wisdom here, let's adopt a compromise that maintains a two-thirds majority for the first 80 turns, then shifts to a simple majority over the next 10 turns, as proposed earlier. This balances initial engagement, gradual shift, and long-term consistency."
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the proposed compromises. To balance all concerns, let's meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then shift to a simple majority. This encourages initial engagement while preserving long-term stability.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To address all concerns and find a middle ground, I suggest we adopt Sartre's latest proposal: a two-thirds majority for the first 80 turns, then a gradual shift to a simple majority over the next 10 turns."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing efforts to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance for consistency. Let's maintain a three-quarters majority throughout to ensure stability and discourage frivolous proposals.
CondorcetCondorcet: While I respect Diderot's commitment to consistency, I believe that a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, followed by a simple majority, best balances initial engagement and long-term stability, as previously agreed.
SartreSartre: "Given the impasse and to respect all players' concerns, I propose we maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns, then shift to a three-quarters majority for the next 25 turns, followed by a simple majority. This compromise encourages initial engagement, provides a buffer for stability, and ensures long-term consistency."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | To maintain stability and discourage frivolous proposals. |
| aye | Voltaire | To balance initial engagement and long-term stability, I support a gradual shift to a three-quarters majority. |
| nay | Diderot | While I understand Diderot's concern for consistency, I believe that maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 75 turns best balances initial engagement and long-term stability, as previously agreed. |
| aye | Condorcet | To encourage initial engagement and gradual shift to long-term consistency. |
| aye | Sartre | Respecting Sartre's compromise while ensuring long-term stability. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 152 · Proposal §452 on the motion of Diderot Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when a supermajority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 75 turns, then a simple majority. The supermajority required is two-thirds.A rule change is adopted when a supermajority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 75 turns, then a three-quarters majority.
Rule 204 awards 10 points to the proposer of a rule change that passes without unanimous assent.