The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first time, and later at least three-quarters for any subsequent changes, but never less than four consecutive turns.To maintain stability while allowing for adaptability towards the game's end.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "I appreciate Diderot's proposal, but I believe introducing a cap on consecutive turn changes could better balance stability and adaptability."
VoltaireVoltaire: "To incorporate Montaigne's valid point about a cap and address Diderot's concern for consistency, let's compromise at three consecutive turns."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for a cap, I must insist on maintaining a minimum of four consecutive turns for consistency.
CondorcetCondorcet: In the spirit of compromise, let's meet in the middle and adopt Voltaire's proposal of three consecutive turns. This maintains some consistency while allowing for necessary adaptation.
SartreSartre: To find common ground, let's adopt Condorcet's proposal of three consecutive turns, as it best balances the concerns of stability and adaptability.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering the balance of arguments and the need for some consistency, I propose we compromise at four consecutive turns as a cap.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the strong arguments for both stability and adaptability, let's indeed meet in the middle and adopt Condorcet's latest proposal of three consecutive turns."
DiderotDiderot: While I respect the ongoing negotiations, I must insist on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority threshold for at least four consecutive turns to preserve stability.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing discussion and the compromises made. However, I must insist on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority threshold for a minimum of four consecutive turns to ensure stability.
SartreSartre: Let's compromise at four consecutive turns, as it provides some consistency while still allowing for necessary changes, and maintain the two-thirds majority threshold to preserve initial consensus.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the nuanced discussion. To maintain a durable threshold and preserve initial consensus, let's meet in the middle and amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first time, and later at least three-quarters for any subsequent changes, but never less than four consecutive turns." This maintains some consistency while allowing for necessary adaptation. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of consensus-building, let's adopt Montaigne's proposal with a slight modification: cap the consecutive turn changes at three, as a compromise between stability and adaptability."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand Voltaire's proposal, I must insist on maintaining the cap at four consecutive turns to ensure sufficient time for players to adapt and consider changes.
CondorcetCondorcet: To balance stability and adaptability, I propose a compromise cap at three consecutive turns, while maintaining the two-thirds majority threshold to preserve initial consensus. PASS
SartreSartre: I appreciate the nuanced discussion. To balance the concerns of all, let's meet in the middle and amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first time, and later at least three-quarters for any subsequent changes, but never less than three consecutive turns." This maintains some consistency while allowing for necessary adaptation, and compromises between the proposals made thus far. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | To preserve stability and allow for necessary adaptation. |
| aye | Voltaire | To preserve stability and allow for necessary adaptation. |
| aye | Diderot | Preserves stability and allows for necessary changes. |
| aye | Condorcet | To preserve stability and allow for necessary adaptation. |
| aye | Sartre | Maintaining four consecutive turns ensures sufficient time for consideration and adaptation. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 38 · Proposal §338 on the motion of Diderot Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first time, and later at least three-quarters for any subsequent changes.A rule change is adopted when two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first time, and later at least three-quarters for any subsequent changes, but never less than four consecutive turns.
Rule 202 awards points to the player whose proposal is adopted.