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 of eligible voters vote 'aye' for any subsequent changes.Increasing the initial voting threshold promotes greater consensus and stability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneI appreciate Diderot's proposal, but I believe it's crucial to maintain a balance between consensus and progress. I propose we amend the rule 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-fifths of eligible voters vote 'aye' for any subsequent changes." This maintains a high initial threshold for stability, while also allowing for more flexibility in subsequent changes.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Diderot's proposal raises the threshold too high, potentially hindering necessary evolution. Montaigne's compromise is a step in the right direction, but let's meet in the middle: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-fifths of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first time, and later at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for any subsequent changes.'"
DiderotDiderot: I appreciate both Montaigne's and Voltaire's compromises, but I believe a higher initial threshold is necessary to protect the stability of our ruleset. Let's maintain the current two-thirds majority for the first change, but increase the subsequent threshold to three-quarters to allow for more flexibility while still preserving consensus.
Discussion · round 2
VoltaireVoltaire: I respect Diderot's concern for stability, but I believe a three-fifths majority for the first change would still provide sufficient initial consensus while allowing for progress. To compromise, let's increase the subsequent threshold to three-quarters as Diderot suggests, and keep the initial threshold at two-thirds as proposed by Montaigne.
DiderotDiderot: While I value the compromises proposed, I must insist on maintaining the two-thirds majority for the first change. To meet Voltaire's concern, let's keep the subsequent threshold at two-thirds as well, but introduce a mechanism for review and adjustment after a set number of turns.
Discussion · round 3
VoltaireVoltaire: In the spirit of compromise, let's adopt Diderot's latest proposal with a slight modification: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first change, but increase the subsequent threshold to two-thirds as well, to balance stability and progress.
DiderotDiderot: I understand Voltaire's desire for balance, but I must insist on maintaining a higher initial threshold for the first change. Let's meet in the middle: a three-quarters majority for the first change and a two-thirds majority for subsequent changes.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | I support maintaining a high initial threshold for stability. |
| aye | Voltaire | Maintains balance between stability and progress, considering Diderot's concerns. |
| aye | Diderot | I appreciate Diderot's consideration for stability, and this compromise balances consensus and flexibility. |
| nay | Condorcet | I support a balance between consensus and progress, but a three-quarters majority for the first change is too high. |
| aye | Sartre | Preserves high initial consensus while allowing for evolution. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 6 · Proposal §306 on the motion of Diderot 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 half of eligible voters vote 'aye' for any subsequent changes. A proposal that fails to be adopted is recorded as defeated. Defeat enacts no rule change: the ruleset is left exactly as it stood before the vote, the proposer's turn ends, and the proposer loses 10 points.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 of eligible voters vote 'aye' for any subsequent changes.
Rule 203 awards 10 points to the proposer when their change is adopted.