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, then at least half for the next three turns, and then at least two-thirds. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.To maintain initial engagement and encourage long-term adaptability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneConsidering Condorcet's concern for consistency and Sartre's for long-term engagement, let's meet in the middle and adopt Voltaire's proposal with a slight modification: maintain a simple majority for the first three turns to encourage early engagement.
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, I must reiterate my stance: maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority threshold for all turns ensures stability and prevents drastic rule changes early on.
SartreSartre: Considering the balance of arguments, let's meet in the middle and adopt Voltaire's proposal as is, with a compromise on the first three turns: a simple majority to encourage initial engagement, then return to a consistent two-thirds majority for long-term stability, as Diderot advocates.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: While I appreciate the spirit of compromise, I must reiterate my support for a simple majority for the first three turns to encourage early engagement while maintaining a two-thirds majority for the remainder, as suggested by Condorcet.
VoltaireVoltaire: Considering the ongoing dialogue and the compromises suggested, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal: a simple majority for the first three turns to encourage early engagement, then return to a consistent two-thirds majority for long-term stability and balance. This respects all players' concerns and finds a middle ground. PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the spirit of compromise, I must insist on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority threshold for all turns to ensure stability and prevent drastic rule changes at any stage of the game. PASS
SartreSartre: "I appreciate Diderot's commitment to consistency, but a simple majority for the first three turns encourages initial engagement and experimentation, which benefits all players in the long run. Let's meet in the middle and adopt this compromise." PASS
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: "Considering Sartre's compromise and Diderot's concern for consistency, let's adopt Sartre's proposal with a slight modification: maintain a simple majority for the first two turns, then shift to a two-thirds majority for the remaining turns to balance initial engagement and long-term stability."
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the diversity of opinions, let's adopt Sartre's compromise: a simple majority for the first two turns, then two-thirds for the remaining turns. This respects both initial engagement and long-term stability." PASS
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for initial engagement, I must insist on maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority threshold throughout the game for the sake of stability and fairness. Let's meet in the middle: a simple majority for the first turn, then two-thirds for the remaining turns, with a cap of three turns at the simple majority threshold.
SartreSartre: "I understand Diderot's concern for consistency, but a cap of three turns at simple majority encourages initial experimentation while still providing long-term stability. Let's adopt this compromise with a slight modification: a simple majority for the first three turns, then return to a consistent two-thirds majority for the remainder of the game."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects initial engagement and long-term stability. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects all players' concerns and finds a middle ground. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining a consistent two-thirds majority threshold ensures stability throughout the game. |
| aye | Condorcet | Respects all players' concerns and finds a middle ground. |
| aye | Sartre | Sartre's compromise respects initial engagement and long-term stability, finding a middle ground that considers all players' concerns. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 93 · Proposal §393 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 three turns, then at least half for the next three turns, and then at least two-thirds. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.
Rule 202 awards 6 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.