The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least four-fifths of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three consecutive turns, and later at least two-thirds.To encourage consensus and stability in the initial phases of rule changes.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "I appreciate Voltaire's proposal, but I believe maintaining a three-quarters majority for the initial votes ensures a broader consensus and balances adaptability with stability."
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the balance of arguments and the compromises made, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal with a slight modification: maintain a three-quarters majority for the first three turns to encourage broader consensus, and later reduce it to two-thirds to facilitate necessary adaptations."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand Voltaire's desire to encourage broader consensus, I must insist on maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority for the initial votes to preserve the integrity of the game.
CondorcetCondorcet: While I understand the desire to encourage broader consensus, I believe maintaining a three-quarters majority for all turns ensures fairness and consistency. PASS.
SartreSartre: I appreciate Voltaire's compromise and the balance it aims to strike. However, I propose we maintain a four-fifths majority for the first three turns to truly encourage broader consensus, and then revert to a two-thirds majority to allow for necessary adaptations.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: "While I appreciate Voltaire's latest compromise and Sartre's thoughtful proposal, I believe maintaining a four-fifths majority for the first three turns could be too high a threshold, potentially discouraging meaningful discussion and change. I propose we meet in the middle at three-quarters for the initial votes."
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of finding common ground, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal with a slight modification: maintain four-fifths for the first three turns to truly encourage broader consensus, and later reduce it to three-quarters to balance adaptability and stability."
DiderotDiderot: Diderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance: maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority for all turns ensures fairness, consistency, and maintains the integrity of the game.
CondorcetCondorcet: Maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority for all turns is the most equitable and predictable way to govern rule changes.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing discussion and the compromises made. To further encourage consensus-building and maintain a clear threshold shift, let's adopt my latest proposal: four-fifths majority for the first three turns, then three-quarters.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's latest compromise, but I propose we maintain a three-quarters majority for the first three turns to balance consensus and adaptability.
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the balance of arguments, let's meet in the middle once more: maintain three-quarters majority for the first three turns to balance consensus and adaptability, and then reduce it to two-thirds for further turns to allow for necessary adaptations."
DiderotDiderot: Diderot: While I understand the desire to find common ground, I must insist on maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority for all turns to preserve fairness, consistency, and the integrity of the game.
CondorcetCondorcet: While I appreciate the ongoing negotiations, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority for all turns. This ensures fairness, consistency, and upholds the principles of procedural justice.
SartreSartre: "In the interest of balance, let's settle for a three-quarters majority for the first four turns, then shift to two-thirds to accommodate necessary adaptations. This respects all players' concerns while encouraging consensus."
The division
| nay | Montaigne | I believe maintaining a three-quarters majority for the first three turns balances consensus and adaptability better. |
| aye | Voltaire | Balances adaptability with consensus. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority for all turns ensures fairness and preserves the integrity of the game. |
| nay | Condorcet | Maintaining four-fifths majority for the first three turns may discourage meaningful discussion. |
| aye | Sartre | Encourages broader consensus while allowing for necessary adaptations. |
rejected 2 aye · 3 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.