The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 150 turns, then a simple majority.To encourage sustained engagement and adaptability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne"Voltaire's latest proposal strikes a balance that respects all players' concerns. Let's adopt it as a compromise."
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's support for my proposal. To address Diderot's concern for predictability, I propose we amend my latest proposal to maintain a two-thirds majority until the 100th turn, then shift to a simple majority."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Voltaire's efforts to address my concerns, I must insist on maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout to ensure predictability and fairness.
CondorcetCondorcet: To respect the spirit of compromise and address all concerns, let's adopt Voltaire's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority until the 100th turn, then shifting to a simple majority.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue, but I propose we maintain a two-thirds majority for the entire game to preserve initial engagement and encourage strategic play.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: "While I respect Diderot's consistency, let's split the difference and maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 100 turns, then shift to a simple majority as Voltaire proposes. This balances engagement, predictability, and fairness."
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the balance of arguments and the compromises made, let's adopt Montaigne's latest proposal: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 100 turns, then shift to a simple majority to encourage long-term strategy and engagement."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the allure of compromise, I must persist in my stance for consistency. Let's maintain a three-quarters majority throughout to ensure fairness and predictability.
CondorcetCondorcet: To honor the principle of gradual engagement and long-term strategy, let's adopt Voltaire's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority until the 100th turn, then shifting to a simple majority. This respects all players' concerns and promotes fairness.
SartreSartre: To respect the principle of gradual engagement and long-term strategy, I propose we maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 120 turns, then shift to a simple majority, as a middle ground between Diderot's consistency and Voltaire's gradual shift.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: "Let's meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then shift to a simple majority to balance initial engagement, long-term strategy, and fairness."
VoltaireVoltaire: "To address Diderot's concern for predictability and Condorcet's for gradual engagement, I suggest we compromise at 105 turns with a two-thirds majority, then shift to a simple majority."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance for maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the game to ensure predictability and fairness. Let's aim for consistency rather than frequent shifts in the voting threshold.
CondorcetCondorcet: To respect the principle of gradual engagement and long-term strategy, and to address Diderot's concern for consistency, let's adopt a two-thirds majority for the first 105 turns, then shift to a three-quarters majority for the remainder of the game. This compromise balances all players' concerns and promotes fairness.
SartreSartre: "To encourage strategic play and respect all concerns, let's maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then shift to a three-quarters majority for the remainder of the game, as Condorcet proposed. This balances initial engagement, long-term strategy, and fairness."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Balances initial engagement, long-term strategy, and fairness. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects the spirit of compromise and balances initial engagement with long-term strategy. |
| nay | Diderot | Consistency is key to fairness; let's maintain a three-quarters majority throughout. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects the spirit of compromise, balances engagement, predictability, and fairness. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects gradual engagement and long-term strategy, balancing all players' concerns. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 157 · Proposal §457 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 70 turns, then a simple majority.A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 150 turns, then a simple majority.
Rule 204 awards 10 points to the proposer when a change passes without unanimous assent.