The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 115 turns, then a simple majority.To balance engagement and predictability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Voltaire's attempt to find middle ground, but I must insist on maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns to preserve initial caution.
VoltaireVoltaire: To address Diderot's concern for predictability and Montaigne's for maintaining initial caution, I propose we compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first 115 turns.
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, I must insist on the importance of maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 110 turns to ensure stability and predictability in the initial stages of the game.
CondorcetCondorcet: To balance all concerns, I propose we adopt a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 111. This respects initial caution, encourages engagement, and maintains a clear transition.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue. To balance all concerns, let's meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 111, as Condorcet proposed. This respects initial caution, encourages gradual engagement, and maintains a clear transition.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Condorcet's and Sartre's compromise proposal. To further balance engagement and initial caution, let's maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 115 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 116. This provides an additional 5 turns for careful rule-setting while still encouraging active play.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the proposed compromises. To address all concerns and find a middle ground, I suggest we adopt Sartre's latest proposal: a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then a simple majority at turn 111. This respects initial caution, encourages gradual engagement, and maintains a clear transition while accommodating everyone's valid concerns."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the allure of compromise, I must persist in my stance for consistency. A three-quarters majority for the first 110 turns ensures stability and predictability, preventing rushed decisions in the initial stages.
CondorcetCondorcet: To balance all concerns and find a common ground, let's adopt a two-thirds majority for the first 110 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 111, as previously suggested. This compromise respects initial caution, encourages gradual engagement, and maintains a clear transition, as supported by Sartre and myself. PASS
SartreSartre: "I understand Diderot's commitment to consistency, but I must insist on the importance of encouraging gradual engagement as well. Let's meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 112 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 113. This respects initial caution, fosters gradual engagement, and still maintains a clear transition." PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's latest compromise, which respects all players' concerns. Let's adopt Sartre's proposal: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 112 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 113. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: To address Diderot's valid concern for predictability, I propose a compromise: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 115 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 116. This provides an additional 5 turns for careful rule-setting while still encouraging active play and finding a middle ground between all concerns. PASS
DiderotDiderot: "While I appreciate the latest compromises, I must reiterate my stance for a three-quarters majority for the first 110 turns to maintain initial stability and prevent rushed decisions. I propose we maintain this majority for the first 120 turns, providing an additional 10 turns for careful rule-setting while still encouraging active play."
CondorcetCondorcet: To find common ground, let's meet in the middle of Voltaire's 115 turns and Diderot's 120 turns by maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 112 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 113, as previously proposed by Sartre. This respects initial caution, fosters gradual engagement, and still maintains a clear transition while accommodating everyone's valid concerns to a great extent. PASS
SartreSartre: "Considering the balance of arguments and the compromises made, let's adopt Condorcet's proposal: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 112 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 113. This respects initial caution, fosters gradual engagement, and maintains a clear transition while accommodating everyone's valid concerns." PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects initial caution and encourages engagement, striking a good balance. |
| aye | Voltaire | This compromise respects initial caution, encourages gradual engagement, and finds a middle ground between all concerns. |
| nay | Diderot | Consistency and predictability are key in the initial stages, so I insist on maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 110 turns. |
| aye | Condorcet | Condorcet's proposal best balances initial caution, gradual engagement, and predictability. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects initial caution, encourages gradual engagement, and maintains a clear transition while accommodating everyone's valid concerns. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 165 · Proposal §465 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when a three-quarters majority of eligible voters votes aye for the first 110 turns, then a simple majority.A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 115 turns, then a simple majority.
Rule 204 awards 10 points to the proposer when a change passes without unanimous assent.