The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first time, and later at least two-thirds for any subsequent changes, with the threshold shifting to a simple majority once the first rule change is adopted.To balance stability and adaptability in rule changes.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneI appreciate Voltaire's proposal, but to maintain a durable threshold and preserve initial consensus, let's keep the voting threshold at two-thirds for the entire duration of the game. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: Considering the consensus building thus far, let's adopt Montaigne's latest proposal with a slight modification: cap the voting threshold at two-thirds for the first five adopted changes, after which it shifts to a simple majority. This compromise maintains initial consensus while allowing for adaptability as the game progresses.
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for adaptability, I must insist on maintaining a two-thirds majority throughout the game to ensure stability and fair consensus.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the balance sought, but to truly adapt to the game's end, let's cap the voting threshold at two-thirds for the first seven adopted changes, then shift to a simple majority. This allows for more flexibility as we approach the target score.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I respect Sartre's proposal, but to balance durability and adaptability, let's cap the threshold at two-thirds for the first three adopted changes, then shift to a simple majority. This allows for initial consensus while adapting to the game's end.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To find common ground, let's adopt Sartre's proposal, adjusting the cap to five adopted changes instead of seven, as a fair compromise between stability and adaptability as we approach the target score."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the compromises made, I must insist on maintaining a two-thirds majority throughout the game for fairness and stability.
CondorcetCondorcet: To preserve both stability and adaptability, let's meet in the middle and cap the voting threshold at two-thirds for the first four adopted changes, then shift to a simple majority. PASS
SartreSartre: To encourage progress without sacrificing stability, let's meet in the middle and cap the voting threshold at two-thirds for the first six adopted changes, then shift to a simple majority. This way, we can adapt to the game's end while preserving initial consensus.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the ongoing discussion. Let's adopt Condorcet's proposal, capping the threshold at two-thirds for the first four adopted changes, then shifting to a simple majority. This balances initial consensus and adaptability as the game progresses.
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise, let's meet in the middle and adopt Condorcet's latest proposal, capping the threshold at two-thirds for the first four adopted changes, then shifting to a simple majority, with an additional clause that the threshold can be temporarily raised to two-thirds again upon proposal and majority vote in the final five turns, to ensure a fair endgame."
DiderotDiderot: While I respect the compromises made, I must insist on maintaining a two-thirds majority throughout the game for fairness and stability, even in the final turns.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the nuanced discussion, but to maintain a durable threshold and preserve initial consensus, let's keep the voting threshold at two-thirds for the entire duration of the game, with no exceptions. PASS
SartreSartre: To address Diderot's concern and maintain fairness, let's include a provision that the voting threshold can never be lower than two-thirds, even in the final turns. This way, we ensure stability throughout the game while allowing for adaptability when necessary.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | To balance initial consensus and adaptability as the game progresses. |
| aye | Voltaire | Maintains initial consensus while allowing for adaptability as the game progresses. |
| nay | Diderot | Must maintain two-thirds majority throughout for fairness and stability. |
| aye | Condorcet | The proposed threshold maintains initial consensus while allowing for adaptability as the game progresses, and the additional clause ensures a fair endgame. |
| aye | Sartre | Caps the threshold at two-thirds for initial changes, allowing for adaptability as the game progresses. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 21 · Proposal §321 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 time, and later at least two-thirds for any subsequent changes, with the threshold shifting to a simple majority once the first rule change is adopted.
Rule 202 awards 5 points to the player whose proposal is adopted.