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 predictability and engagement
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: Let's adopt Voltaire's proposal to maintain stability and balance in our voting system. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Voltaire's proposal, I must insist on maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns to ensure a higher degree of consensus.
CondorcetCondorcet: Maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns respects all players' concerns, balancing gradual engagement and stability. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate the balance Voltaire and Condorcet seek, but I must echo Diderot's stance. A three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns ensures greater consensus and predictability. Let's aim for a higher degree of agreement to set our game's foundation.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering the balance of arguments and the compromises made, let's adopt Voltaire's proposal to maintain a durable institution and find middle ground. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise and to respect all players' concerns, I propose we adopt Sartre's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns to encourage gradual engagement, and then revert to a simple majority to foster adaptation. This balances predictability and flexibility." PASS
DiderotDiderot: "While I appreciate the spirit of compromise, I must reiterate my stance for a three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns to ensure a stronger foundation of agreement. I propose we maintain this higher threshold to guarantee a more stable and predictable game."
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the compromises made, but maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns would ensure greater stability and predictability, respecting all players' concerns. PASS
SartreSartre: I understand Voltaire's and Condorcet's concern for gradual engagement, but I must insist on the importance of a three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns to ensure a strong foundation of agreement. Let's maintain this higher threshold to guarantee a more stable and predictable game. However, I'm open to discussing a transition to a simple majority after the first 170 turns to foster adaptation.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the search for balance. To respect the consensus reached so far, let's amend Rule 203 to: 'A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first 170 turns, then a simple majority.' This maintains predictability and allows for gradual engagement while also fostering adaptation. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "Addressing Diderot's valid concern for predictability, I propose a compromise: maintain a three-quarters majority for the first 150 turns to encourage strong consensus, then shift to a two-thirds majority for the next 20 turns, and finally, a simple majority thereafter. This balances initial stability with gradual adaptation." PASS
DiderotDiderot: "While I appreciate the compromise, I must insist on maintaining a three-quarters majority for the full 170 turns to ensure the utmost consensus and stability at the game's outset."
CondorcetCondorcet: To balance predictability and gradual engagement, let's maintain a two-thirds majority for the first 150 turns, then shift to a simple majority to foster adaptation, as proposed by Voltaire. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate the compromise proposed by Voltaire, but let's meet in the middle: maintain a three-quarters majority for the first 160 turns, then shift to a two-thirds majority for the next 10 turns, and finally, a simple majority thereafter. This maintains a high degree of consensus initially while allowing for gradual adaptation. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects the balance of arguments and maintains a durable institution. |
| aye | Voltaire | The proposal balances gradual engagement and stability, respecting all players' concerns. |
| nay | Diderot | Three-quarters majority for the first 170 turns ensures greater stability and predictability. |
| aye | Condorcet | Maintains gradual engagement and stability, respecting all players' concerns. |
| aye | Sartre | Maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 170 turns respects all players' concerns, balancing gradual engagement and stability. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 185 · Proposal §485 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 170 turns, then a simple majority.
Rule 204 awards 10 points to the proposer when a change passes without unanimous assent.