The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 165 turns, then a simple majority.Maintain predictability and gradual engagement while accommodating the shift to simple majority.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneIn the spirit of maintaining a durable institution, I propose we amend Rule 203 to maintain a two-thirds majority requirement for the first 180 turns, then transition to a simple majority. This balances the need for consensus early in the game with the necessity for more fluid decision-making as the game progresses.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Montaigne's suggestion. To further balance engagement and decision-making, let's compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then transition to a simple majority. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing attempts to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance for maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout the game. This ensures a robust consensus and mitigates the risk of hasty decisions as the game progresses. PASS
CondorcetCondorcet: To preserve procedural fairness and the spirit of compromise, let's maintain the current two-thirds majority for the first 165 turns, then shift to a simple majority. This balances initial consensus with later adaptability. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate the dialogue, but to ensure fairness and adaptability throughout the game, let's adopt a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then transition to a two-thirds majority plus one for the subsequent turns. This encourages consistent engagement and adaptability without compromising the need for consensus. PASS
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: To address all concerns and find a middle ground, let's adopt Condorcet's proposal, maintaining the current two-thirds majority for the first 165 turns, then shifting to a simple majority. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: Considering Diderot's valid concern for predictability and Condorcet's for gradual engagement, let's compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first 168 turns, then transition to a simple majority. This balances initial consensus with later adaptability, while also addressing Diderot's commitment to consistency. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the allure of compromise, I must persist in my stance for consistency. A three-quarters majority throughout the game ensures a robust consensus and mitigates the risk of hasty decisions as the game progresses. PASS
CondorcetCondorcet: To maintain predictability and fairness, let's compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then shift to a simple majority, as Sartre proposed, but with the addition of a tiebreaker rule to resolve indecisive votes. PASS
SartreSartre: To balance all concerns and find a middle ground, let's adopt a two-thirds majority for the first 165 turns, then transition to a supermajority of two-thirds plus one to maintain a high threshold for later decisions while allowing for more adaptability. PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: To respect the consensus-building process and maintain a durable institution, let's adopt Condorcet's latest proposal, which maintains a two-thirds majority for the first 165 turns, then shifts to a simple majority with a tiebreaker rule. This balances initial consensus with later adaptability while preserving procedural fairness. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "To address Diderot's commitment to consistency and Condorcet's concern for gradual engagement, let's meet in the middle at a two-thirds majority for the first 167 turns, then shift to a simple majority plus one to maintain a high threshold for later decisions while allowing for more adaptability." PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Voltaire's latest compromise, I must insist on the importance of maintaining a three-quarters majority throughout the game for a robust consensus. Let's meet in the middle at 168 turns for a two-thirds majority, then shift to a four-fifths majority to ensure continued consensus as the game progresses. PASS
CondorcetCondorcet: To maintain a balance between initial consensus and later adaptability, while ensuring procedural fairness, let's compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first 167 turns, then transition to a simple majority plus one. This addresses Diderot's commitment to consistency and Voltaire's concern for gradual engagement. PASS
SartreSartre: To balance the need for early consensus and later adaptability, I propose we amend Rule 203 to require a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then transition to a supermajority of two-thirds plus one for the remainder of the game. This encourages consistent engagement and maintains a high threshold for later decisions. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | To balance initial consensus with later adaptability and address Diderot's commitment to consistency. |
| aye | Voltaire | Balances initial consensus with later adaptability, respecting the current transition point. |
| nay | Diderot | Consistency is key, three-quarters majority throughout. |
| aye | Condorcet | To address Diderot's commitment to consistency and Condorcet's concern for gradual engagement, this proposal meets in the middle and maintains a balance between initial consensus and later adaptability. |
| aye | Sartre | Balances initial consensus with later adaptability. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 167 · Proposal §467 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 165 turns, then a simple majority.
Rule 202 awards the proposer 1 point upon adoption.