The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, and later at least two-thirds.To encourage engagement early in the game while maintaining a high threshold for later changes.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneI appreciate Voltaire's proposal, but to maintain a clear threshold shift and encourage long-term engagement, let's maintain the three-quarters majority for the first four turns, and then adjust to two-thirds for subsequent turns.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Montaigne's perspective, but to encourage earlier consensus and maintain engagement throughout, let's compromise and make it three-quarters for the first four turns, and then drop to two-thirds. This way, we balance initial engagement and ongoing adaptability.
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing efforts to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority throughout all turns to ensure fairness and consistency.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing discussion and the compromises reached. To balance initial engagement, ongoing adaptability, and consistency, let's meet in the middle and propose a two-thirds majority for the first four turns, and then shift to a simple majority for subsequent turns. This respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term strategic play.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering Condorcet's latest refinement and Diderot's concern for consistency, let's adopt Sartre's proposal: a two-thirds majority for the first four turns, then shift to a simple majority for subsequent turns, balancing initial engagement and ongoing adaptability while respecting all players' concerns.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Sartre's and Montaigne's efforts to balance all concerns. To further encourage early consensus and maintain consistency, let's compromise at a three-quarters majority for the first three turns, then shift to a simple majority for subsequent turns. This respects the desire for consistency and encourages early engagement.
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing efforts to find common ground, I must insist on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority throughout all turns to ensure fairness and consistency, as it encourages long-term strategic play without compromising initial engagement.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the ongoing discussion, but to maintain procedural fairness and allow for necessary rule changes over time, let's adopt Sartre's proposal: a two-thirds majority for the first four turns, then shift to a simple majority for subsequent turns. This strikes a good balance between initial engagement and ongoing adaptability. PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering Condorcet's latest refinement and Diderot's concern for consistency, let's meet in the middle and adopt a three-quarters majority for the first three turns, then shift to a two-thirds majority for subsequent turns, balancing initial engagement and ongoing adaptability.
VoltaireVoltaire: Considering the diversity of proposals and the ongoing effort to find a consensus, let's adopt Condorcet's latest proposal to balance all concerns and maintain fairness throughout the game. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire to compromise, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority throughout all turns. This ensures fairness and consistency, encouraging long-term strategic play without compromising initial engagement.
SartreSartre: To respect all players' concerns and encourage strategic play, let's adopt Condorcet's proposal: two-thirds majority for the first four turns, then shift to a simple majority. This balances initial engagement, ongoing adaptability, and consistency. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Compromise that balances initial engagement and ongoing adaptability. |
| aye | Voltaire | I appreciate Condorcet's latest proposal as it balances initial engagement, ongoing adaptability, and consistency. |
| nay | Diderot | To maintain fairness and consistency, I must insist on a consistent two-thirds majority throughout all turns. |
| aye | Condorcet | To encourage early consensus and maintain consistency. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects initial engagement, ongoing adaptability, and consistency. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 78 · Proposal §378 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first four consecutive turns, and later at least three-quarters.A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, and later at least two-thirds.
Rule 202 awards 3 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.