The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, and later at least two-thirds.To maintain a balance between adaptability and stability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
VoltaireVoltaire: "Let's meet in the middle and adopt a consistent two-thirds majority threshold throughout, as suggested by Diderot, to maintain fairness and consistency."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate Voltaire's latest proposal, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority for the first three turns to encourage initial engagement.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate both Voltaire's and Diderot's perspectives. To balance engagement and consistency, I propose a compromise: three-quarters for the first three turns, then two-thirds thereafter.
SartreSartre: "Considering the balance of arguments, let's adopt Condorcet's compromise: three-quarters for the first three turns to encourage initial engagement, then two-thirds to maintain consistency."
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground. To balance engagement and consistency, I propose we adopt Sartre's latest compromise: three-quarters majority for the first three turns, then two-thirds for subsequent turns. This respects all players' concerns and maintains a clear threshold shift.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Sartre's compromise, but to maintain a clear threshold shift and encourage long-term adaptability, let's adopt Montaigne's latest proposal with a slight modification: three-quarters majority for the first two turns, then two-thirds for subsequent turns.
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, I must insist on maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout to ensure initial engagement is well-rewarded.
CondorcetCondorcet: Condorcet: I appreciate Diderot's commitment to rewarding initial engagement. To respect this while also encouraging long-term adaptability, I propose a compromise: three-quarters majority for the first turn, then two-thirds for the next two turns, and finally a simple majority thereafter. This maintains initial engagement, promotes consistency, and allows for adaptability over time.
SartreSartre: "In the spirit of Condorcet's latest proposal, let's adopt a three-quarters majority for the first turn, then two-thirds for the next two turns, and finally a simple majority to encourage initial engagement, maintain consistency, and allow for long-term adaptability."
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: In the interest of maintaining initial engagement and encouraging long-term adaptability, I propose we adopt Sartre's latest compromise with a minor adjustment: three-quarters majority for the first three turns, then two-thirds for subsequent turns. This respects all players' concerns and offers a clear, consistent path forward.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's latest refinement, but to encourage long-term engagement as well, let's meet in the middle: three-quarters majority for the first two turns, then a simple majority for subsequent turns."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire to encourage long-term engagement, I must insist on maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority throughout to ensure initial engagement is well-rewarded.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the nuances of the discussion. To balance initial engagement, long-term adaptability, and fairness, I propose a compromise: three-quarters majority for the first two turns, followed by two-thirds majority for the next turn, and a simple majority thereafter. This maintains initial engagement, promotes consistency, and allows for adaptability while ensuring fairness for all players.
SartreSartre: "To balance all concerns, let's adopt Condorcet's latest compromise: three-quarters majority for the first two turns, two-thirds for the next turn, and a simple majority thereafter. This respects initial engagement, maintains consistency, and allows for long-term adaptability."
The division
| nay | Montaigne | To maintain initial engagement, I believe a three-quarters majority for the first three turns is essential. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects all players' concerns and offers a clear, consistent path forward. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a consistent three-quarters majority for the first three turns encourages initial engagement. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects initial engagement, promotes consistency, and allows for long-term adaptability. |
| aye | Sartre | Sartre's compromise respects initial engagement, maintains consistency, and allows for long-term adaptability. |
rejected 3 aye · 2 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on a defeated proposal.