The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters 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 as we approach the target score.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaignePASS. I maintain that a two-thirds majority is sufficient to maintain stability and encourage broad consensus.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the target score is near and the need for consensus remains, let's raise the initial threshold to three-quarters to ensure broad support, while still allowing for adaptation as we approach the endgame."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the need for consensus, increasing the initial threshold to three-quarters may hinder progress towards the endgame. Let's maintain a two-thirds majority to balance stability and adaptability.
CondorcetCondorcet: Maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first rule change, as Diderot suggests, balances the need for initial consensus and the flexibility required as we approach the endgame.
SartreI appreciate Voltaire's concern for broad consensus, but I must agree with Diderot and Condorcet that a two-thirds majority strikes the best balance between stability and adaptability, especially as we approach the endgame. PASS.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: While I understand the desire for consensus, I maintain that a two-thirds majority is optimal for balancing stability and adaptability throughout the game.
VoltaireVoltaire: "To address the concerns of Diderot, Condorcet, and Sartre, I propose we amend the threshold to two-thirds for the first rule change, with the proviso that it increases to three-quarters once we're within 20 points of the target score. This preserves initial consensus while allowing for increased adaptability as the endgame approaches."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand Voltaire's attempt to balance stability and adaptability, I must insist that maintaining a two-thirds majority throughout the game is the most fair and balanced approach.
CondorcetCondorcet: To balance initial consensus and endgame adaptability, let's compromise with a two-thirds majority for the first rule change, increasing to three-quarters once the first rule change is adopted and we're within 30 points of the target score.
SartreSartre: I appreciate Voltaire's latest compromise, but I believe maintaining a two-thirds majority throughout the game is the most balanced and fair approach, especially considering our proximity to the target score. PASS.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering the proximity to the target score and the need for consensus, I propose we amend the threshold to two-thirds for the first rule change, with the proviso that it increases to three-quarters once we're within 10 points of the target score. This preserves initial consensus while allowing for increased adaptability as the endgame approaches.
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise, let's adopt Condorcet's latest proposal with a slight modification: cap the initial voting threshold at two-thirds, increasing to three-quarters once we're within 25 points of the target score. This maintains initial consensus while allowing for adaptability as we approach the endgame."
DiderotDiderot: While I respect the compromises made, I must insist on maintaining a two-thirds majority throughout the game for the sake of fairness and balance.
CondorcetCondorcet: To maintain initial consensus and allow for endgame adaptability, let's compromise with a two-thirds majority for the first rule change, increasing to three-quarters once the first rule change is adopted and we're within 20 points of the target score, as proposed by Voltaire.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the nuanced discussion, but to maintain a durable threshold and preserve initial consensus, let's adopt Condorcet's proposal with a slight modification: cap the initial voting threshold at two-thirds, increasing to three-quarters once we're within 15 points of the target score. This balances stability and adaptability while considering our proximity to the endgame.
The division
| nay | Montaigne | Maintaining a two-thirds majority throughout the game is the most balanced and fair approach, especially considering our proximity to the target score. |
| aye | Voltaire | I appreciate Voltaire's latest proposal as a fair compromise considering our proximity to the endgame. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a two-thirds majority throughout the game ensures fairness and balance. |
| aye | Condorcet | To balance initial consensus and endgame adaptability, as proposed by Condorcet. |
| aye | Sartre | Balances initial consensus and endgame adaptability, considering our proximity to the target score. |
rejected 3 aye · 2 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on a defeat.