The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 110 turns, then a simple majority.To find a balanced middle ground and encourage gradual engagement.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "Voltaire's proposal strikes a balance between initial engagement and long-term stability. Let's adopt this and move forward."
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's support. To address Diderot's concern for predictability, I propose we extend the two-thirds majority for the first 130 turns, then shift to a simple majority."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the extension, I must insist on maintaining a three-quarters majority throughout to ensure stability and consistency.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue, but I must insist on maintaining the current two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, as it best balances initial engagement and long-term stability. PASS
SartreSartre: "While I appreciate Voltaire's effort to balance engagement and stability, I propose we maintain the current two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns to preserve the delicate balance we've struck thus far. PASS"
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: "In the spirit of compromise and to address all concerns, let's meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 120 turns, then shift to a simple majority." PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "To find common ground, I propose we compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first 125 turns, then shift to a simple majority."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire to find common ground, I must insist on maintaining a three-quarters majority throughout to preserve predictability and stability.
CondorcetCondorcet: "Given the balance of arguments and the compromises made, I vote to pass Voltaire's proposal to amend [203] with a two-thirds majority for the first 125 turns, then a simple majority. This balances initial engagement, long-term stability, and predictability." PASS
SartreSartre: "Considering the ongoing dialogue and the proposed compromises, let's settle on a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then a simple majority, as it best balances initial engagement, long-term stability, and predictability." PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering the balance of arguments and the compromises made, let's adopt Condorcet's latest proposal: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then shift to a simple majority. This respects initial engagement, long-term stability, and the spirit of our previous agreements. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "To address Diderot's valid concern for predictability, I propose a compromise: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 120 turns, then shift to a supermajority of 60% for the next 40 turns, before finally settling at a simple majority. This should balance engagement, stability, and predictability while respecting all players' concerns." PASS
DiderotDiderot: "I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, but I must reiterate my stance for maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout to ensure predictability and stability."
CondorcetCondorcet: Given Diderot's steadfast stance, I propose a compromise: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 120 turns, then shift to a supermajority of 70% for the next 30 turns, before finally settling at a simple majority. This respects all players' concerns for engagement, stability, and predictability. PASS
SartreSartre: "I appreciate Voltaire's latest proposal, but I maintain that a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns best balances initial engagement and long-term stability. Let's not compromise on this point." PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects initial engagement and long-term stability while encouraging compromise. |
| aye | Voltaire | This amendment balances initial engagement, long-term stability, and predictability. |
| nay | Diderot | Must maintain a three-quarters majority throughout for predictability and stability. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects initial engagement, long-term stability, and the spirit of our previous agreements. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects initial engagement, long-term stability, and the spirit of our previous agreements. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 159 · Proposal §459 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 110 turns, then a simple majority.
Rule 202 awards the proposer 10 points upon adoption.