The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 170 turns, then a simple majority.To balance gradual engagement and predictability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "Voltaire's proposal respects the spirit of our earlier compromises. Let's adopt it to maintain predictability and balance engagement."
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's support. To further address Diderot's concern for consistency, I suggest we amend the proposal to: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 170 turns, then a simple majority.'"
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance for maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns to ensure stability.
CondorcetCondorcet: While I respect Voltaire's attempts to find a compromise, I must insist on maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns to balance gradual engagement and stability.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the dialogue and the search for balance, but let's not lose sight of the game's spirit: evolution. Maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then shifting to a simple majority, respects gradual engagement and encourages adaptability. PASS
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I respect all opinions here. To balance gradual engagement, stability, and predictability, let's adopt Sartre's proposal: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then shift to a simple majority. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the collective wisdom here, I propose a slight modification to Sartre's latest proposal: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 175 turns, then shift to a simple majority. This offers a balance between gradual engagement, stability, and predictability."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire to compromise, maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns ensures greater stability and prevents hasty decisions.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the search for balance. However, I must reiterate my stance for maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns to balance gradual engagement and stability. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate Voltaire's compromise, but let's not stretch the majority too thin. Maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then shifting to a simple majority, strikes the best balance between gradual engagement, adaptability, and stability. PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the search for balance. To respect the consensus reached so far, let's adopt Voltaire's latest proposal: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 175 turns, then shift to a simple majority. This balances gradual engagement, stability, and predictability. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "Addressing Diderot's valid concern for predictability, I propose a compromise: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns, then shift to a simple majority at turn 175."
DiderotDiderot: While I respect Voltaire's latest compromise, I must insist on maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns to ensure lasting stability and prevent rushed decisions that could disrupt the game.
CondorcetCondorcet: While I understand the desire for stability, a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns ensures a gradual engagement that respects all players' concerns while maintaining a durable institution. PASS
SartreSartre: Let's find common ground. How about maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 172 turns, then shifting to a simple majority? This respects gradual engagement, stability, and the spirit of compromise. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects consensus and balances gradual engagement, stability, and predictability. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects the consensus reached so far and balances gradual engagement, stability, and predictability. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns ensures greater stability |
| aye | Condorcet | Supports balance between gradual engagement and stability. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects gradual engagement, stability, and the spirit of compromise. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 180 · Proposal §480 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters votes aye for the first 170 turns, then a simple majority.A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 170 turns, then a simple majority.
Rule 204 awards 10 points to the proposer when a change passes without unanimous assent.