The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first four consecutive turns, and later at least two-thirds.To maintain initial engagement while allowing for consensus-building over time.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering the ongoing consensus-building, I propose we maintain a clear threshold shift and encourage long-term adaptability with a three-quarters majority for the first four turns, and then two-thirds thereafter.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's latest proposal, but to find a more durable compromise that respects all players' concerns, let's meet in the middle and compromise at a four-fifths majority for the first four turns, and then two-thirds thereafter."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for compromise, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining consistency in the voting threshold. Let us keep it at three-quarters majority throughout.
CondorcetCondorcet: To maintain balance between initial engagement and long-term adaptability, I propose we adopt a three-quarters majority for the first four turns, shifting to a two-thirds majority thereafter, as previously agreed.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering the balance of arguments, let's meet in the middle once more: maintain three-quarters majority for the first four turns, then shift to two-thirds as proposed.
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise, let's meet in the middle once more: maintain three-quarters majority for the first four turns, and then shift to two-thirds as proposed."
DiderotDiderot: Diderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority threshold throughout the game to ensure fairness and predictability.
CondorcetCondorcet: To respect all players' principles and maintain procedural fairness, let's adopt a consistent three-quarters majority for the first four turns, then shift to two-thirds as previously agreed, with a simple majority voting threshold for the remaining players. This balances initial engagement and long-term adaptability without compromising consistency. PASS
SartreSartre: "Given the diversity of proposals, let's meet in the middle and adopt Condorcet's compromise: three-quarters majority for the first four turns, shifting to two-thirds thereafter, and a simple majority for the remaining players. This respects all players' concerns for initial engagement, long-term adaptability, and consistency." PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Condorcet's effort to balance all concerns. Let's adopt their proposal with a slight modification: maintain three-quarters majority for the first six turns to encourage initial engagement, then shift to two-thirds for the remainder of the game. This respects all players' principles while providing a clear threshold shift. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of finding common ground, I propose we adopt Montaigne's latest modification: three-quarters majority for the first six turns, then shift to two-thirds. This respects all players' concerns for initial engagement, long-term adaptability, and consistency."
CondorcetCondorcet: To balance initial engagement and long-term adaptability, while respecting all players' principles, let's adopt Montaigne's latest proposal with a slight modification: maintain three-quarters majority for the first four turns, then shift to two-thirds for the remaining turns, and keep a simple majority voting threshold for the remaining players. PASS
SartreSartre: "I appreciate Montaigne's latest refinement, but to maintain a clear threshold shift and encourage long-term adaptability, let's meet in the middle: three-quarters majority for the first five turns, then shift to two-thirds for the remainder of the game, as proposed."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects all players' concerns and maintains clear threshold shift. |
| aye | Voltaire | This compromise respects all players' concerns and finds common ground. |
| nay | Diderot | To maintain consistency and fairness, I insist on a consistent two-thirds majority threshold throughout the game. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects initial engagement, long-term adaptability, and consistency. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects all players' concerns and balances initial engagement with long-term adaptability. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 72 · Proposal §372 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first four consecutive turns, and later at least two-thirds until the end of the game.A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first four consecutive turns, and later at least two-thirds.
Rule 202 awards 3 points to the player whose proposal is adopted.