The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority.To maintain a balance between predictability and adaptability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: To balance all concerns and maintain a durable institution, I suggest we amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 193 turns, then a simple majority." This compromise respects the consensus reached so far while providing a clear transition to a simpler majority rule.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's compromise, but I suggest we extend the two-thirds majority period to 194 turns to maintain a balance between stability and adaptability."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for gradual engagement, I must insist on maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 194 turns to ensure stability and predictability.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue, but to foster genuine evolution, I propose we adopt a simple majority for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority thereafter. This encourages flexibility and adaptability while maintaining a clear and consistent voting threshold.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Voltaire's and Diderot's concerns for stability and predictability, as well as Sartre's for flexibility. To balance these concerns and maintain a durable institution, I propose we amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote aye for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority." This compromise respects the consensus reached so far while providing a clear transition to a simpler majority rule.
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 194 turns, then a simple majority thereafter."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing efforts to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance for maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 194 turns to ensure stability and predictability in our game.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue, but to maintain procedural fairness and respect the principle of majority rule, I propose we amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when a simple majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority thereafter." This respects the spirit of compromise while ensuring that the will of the majority prevails.
SartreSartre: I appreciate Condorcet's commitment to procedural fairness. To balance this with the need for some initial stability, I propose we amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote aye for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority thereafter." This respects Condorcet's principle while addressing Diderot's concern for early predictability.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the various proposals, but to respect the balance of arguments and maintain a durable institution, I propose we adopt Condorcet's compromise: "A rule change is adopted when a simple majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority thereafter." This respects the need for some initial stability and ensures that the will of the majority prevails.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To address Diderot's valid concern for predictability and accommodate Condorcet's principle of majority rule, I propose we meet in the middle: a two-thirds majority for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority thereafter."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing dialogue, I must reiterate my stance for maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 194 turns to ensure stability and predictability in our game. I propose we amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote aye for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority thereafter."
CondorcetCondorcet: I propose a slight modification to Voltaire's latest proposal, maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority thereafter. This respects the balance of arguments and ensures a smooth transition to simple majority rule.
SartreSartre: I appreciate Voltaire's and Condorcet's efforts to find a middle ground. To acknowledge Diderot's concern for stability and foster genuine evolution, I propose we amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote aye for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority thereafter." This respects the need for initial predictability while encouraging flexibility and adaptability.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects balance of arguments and maintains a durable institution. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respecting all players' concerns and fostering adaptability. |
| nay | Diderot | I must insist on maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first 194 turns to ensure stability and predictability. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects the balance of arguments and ensures a smooth transition to simple majority rule. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects the balance of arguments and encourages gradual evolution. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 194 · Proposal §494 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote aye for the first 192 turns, then a simple majority.A rule change is adopted when a two-thirds majority of eligible voters vote aye for the first 194 turns, then a simple majority.
Rule 202 awards the proposer 6 points upon adoption.