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 half.To maintain initial engagement and encourage long-term adaptability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneI appreciate Voltaire's latest proposal, but I must reiterate my support for a simple majority voting threshold throughout, to encourage long-term engagement and adaptability. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: Considering Montaigne's concern for long-term engagement, let's meet in the middle and adopt a two-thirds majority for the first three turns, shifting to a simple majority afterwards. This respects their concern while maintaining some initial engagement and adaptability. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to balance initial engagement and adaptability, I must insist on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority throughout, as it ensures fairness and consistency.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing discussion and the compromises reached. To maintain fairness and balance, let's adopt a two-thirds majority for the first five turns, shifting to a simple majority thereafter. This respects all players' concerns and balances initial engagement with long-term adaptability. PASS
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering Sartre's latest refinement, which balances initial engagement with long-term adaptability, let's meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first four turns, then shift to a simple majority. This respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's latest compromise, which respects all players' concerns and balances initial engagement with long-term adaptability. To acknowledge Sartre's input and maintain initial engagement, let's adopt a two-thirds majority for the first four turns, then shift to a simple majority. This proposal respects all players' perspectives and encourages long-term engagement." PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the compromises reached thus far, I must reiterate my stance on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority throughout. This ensures fairness and consistency, and prevents the majority from being too easily swayed by short-term interests. PASS
SartreSartre: While I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency, I believe a shift in voting threshold encourages long-term engagement and adaptability. Let's compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first three turns, then shift to a simple majority. This respects everyone's concerns and fosters a dynamic game. PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering Condorcet's latest refinement and Diderot's concern for consistency, let's meet in the middle: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first three turns, then shift to a simple majority. This respects all players' concerns and balances initial engagement with long-term adaptability. PASS
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the balance of arguments and the compromises made, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal with a slight modification: maintain a two-thirds majority for the first four turns, then shift to a simple majority. This respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement." PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance: maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority throughout ensures fairness and prevents the majority from being too easily swayed by short-term interests.
CondorcetCondorcet: To respect all players' principles and foster a fair game, let's maintain a consistent two-thirds majority throughout, as it ensures fairness and consistency for all, regardless of the turn number. PASS
SartreSartre: To acknowledge Diderot's and Condorcet's concerns for consistency, let's compromise at a two-thirds majority for the first five turns, then shift to a simple majority for the remaining turns. This respects everyone's principles while encouraging long-term engagement. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects all players' concerns and balances initial engagement with long-term adaptability. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining consistency is key to fairness, a two-thirds majority throughout ensures this. |
| aye | Condorcet | Maintaining consistency in the voting threshold ensures fairness throughout the game. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects all players' concerns and encourages long-term engagement. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 88 · Proposal §388 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 three turns, and later at least half.
Rule 204 awards 10 points to the proposer when a change passes without unanimous assent.