The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 170 turns, then a simple majority.To balance gradual engagement and decisive voting, as previously agreed.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneIn the spirit of compromise, let's meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 171 turns, then shift to a simple majority.
VoltaireVoltaire: Considering Diderot's valid concern for predictability and Condorcet's for gradual engagement, let's meet in the middle at 171 turns for the two-thirds majority, then shift to a simple majority as Montaigne suggests, thereby addressing all concerns and finding a middle ground that respects everyone's input.
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 172 turns, as this ensures greater stability in our decision-making process.
CondorcetCondorcet: While I understand the desire for compromise, I must insist on maintaining the two-thirds majority for the full 172 turns to ensure stability in the early game. PASS
SartreSartre: To balance the concerns of predictability, gradual engagement, and stability, let's meet at 170 turns for the two-thirds majority, then shift to a simple majority at 171 turns. This respects all players' inputs and promotes a fair and dynamic game. PASS
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: To respect all concerns and find a middle ground, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then shifting to a simple majority at 171 turns. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: Considering Diderot's valid concern for predictability and the balance achieved in Sartre's proposal, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then shifting to a simple majority at 171 turns. This respects all players' inputs and promotes a fair and dynamic game. PASS
DiderotDiderot: I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, but I must persist in my stance for consistency and stability. Let's maintain a three-quarters majority for the full 172 turns. PASS
CondorcetCondorcet: To maintain fairness and gradual engagement, I propose we meet in the middle at 171 turns for the two-thirds majority, then shift to a simple majority at 172 turns, as this respects all players' inputs and promotes a balanced game. PASS
SartreSartre: To balance all concerns and find common ground, let's adopt Condorcet's proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 171 turns, then shifting to a simple majority at 172 turns, as it respects everyone's input and promotes fairness and stability. PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Condorcet's latest proposal and Diderot's commitment to stability. To respect all players' concerns and find a lasting compromise, let's meet at 171 turns for the two-thirds majority, then shift to a simple majority at 172 turns, as suggested by Condorcet. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Diderot's commitment to stability and Condorcet's concern for gradual engagement. To address both concerns while respecting all players' inputs, let's maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 171 turns, then shift to a simple majority at 172 turns. This compromise proposal aims to balance predictability with flexibility, ensuring a fair and dynamic game. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the allure of compromise, I must persist in my stance for consistency. Let's maintain a three-quarters majority for the full 172 turns to ensure greater stability in our decision-making process.
CondorcetCondorcet: To maintain procedural fairness, let's adopt the compromise at 171 turns for the two-thirds majority, then shift to a simple majority at 172 turns, as it respects all players' inputs and promotes a gradual and stable evolution of the rules. PASS
SartreSartre: To balance all concerns and find consensus, let's meet at 170 turns for the two-thirds majority, then shift to a simple majority at 171 turns, as proposed earlier. This respects everyone's input and promotes fairness and gradual evolution of the rules. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects all players' concerns and finds a middle ground. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects all players' concerns and promotes a fair and dynamic game. |
| nay | Diderot | I maintain my stance for a three-quarters majority for the full 172 turns. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects gradual engagement and finds a middle ground. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects all players' inputs and promotes a fair and gradual evolution of the rules. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 173 · Proposal §473 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 172 turns, then a simple majority.A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 170 turns, then a simple majority.
Rule 202 awards 6 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.