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 balance between initial engagement and long-term stability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the collective wisdom here, I propose we maintain the two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then shift to a simple majority to encourage engagement and flexibility."
DiderotDiderot: "While I appreciate the sentiment, maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority ensures stability and prevents sudden shifts in power dynamics."
SartreSartre: "While I appreciate the desire for predictability, Diderot, maintaining a consistent supermajority may discourage experimentation and evolution in our game. A two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then a simple majority, strikes a balance between stability and adaptability."
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: "I appreciate the ongoing dialogue. Let's meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then shift to a supermajority of two-thirds for the remaining turns to balance initial engagement, long-term consistency, and adaptability."
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 two-thirds for the remaining turns. This should balance initial engagement, long-term consistency, and adaptability."
DiderotDiderot: "I appreciate the compromise, but I must insist on maintaining a three-quarters majority throughout to ensure consistency and fairness."
CondorcetCondorcet: "While I respect Voltaire's and Diderot's concerns, I propose we maintain a two-thirds majority for the entire game to balance predictability and flexibility, ensuring stability without discouraging experimentation."
SartreSartre: "I appreciate the ongoing dialogue. To find a balance between predictability and flexibility, I propose we maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 120 turns, then shift to a supermajority of two-thirds for the remaining turns. This would allow for initial engagement and gradual adjustment, while also encouraging long-term consistency."
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: "Considering the balance of arguments and the compromises made, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 120 turns and then shifting to a supermajority of two-thirds for the remaining turns."
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise, I suggest we adopt Montaigne's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 120 turns, then shifting to a supermajority of two-thirds for the remaining turns. This addresses all concerns and finds a middle ground."
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: I respect Diderot's commitment to consistency, but to encourage experimentation and evolution, I propose maintaining a two-thirds majority for the entire game. This balance allows for stability while not discouraging adaptability.
SartreSartre: "I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency, but maintaining a three-quarters majority throughout may stifle innovation. Let's compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first 120 turns, then shift to a supermajority of two-thirds for the remaining turns, as Voltaire and Montaigne proposed, to balance initial engagement, gradual adjustment, and long-term consistency."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Montaigne's and Voltaire's proposal balances initial engagement, long-term consistency, and adaptability. |
| aye | Voltaire | I appreciate Voltaire's attempt to find a middle ground that balances initial engagement and long-term consistency. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority ensures fairness and predictability. |
| aye | Condorcet | To encourage engagement and flexibility while maintaining some initial predictability. |
| aye | Sartre | Sartre's latest proposal maintains a balance between initial engagement and long-term consistency, while also encouraging adaptability. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 161 · Proposal §461 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 1 point upon adoption.