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 two-thirds for the next three turns, and then at least three-quarters. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.To maintain a balance between initial engagement and long-term adaptability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Diderot's latest proposal, but to encourage long-term engagement while maintaining initial enthusiasm, I propose we amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first five turns, then at least two-thirds for the next five turns, and then at least three-quarters."
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise, let's adopt Montaigne's latest refinement, which balances initial engagement and long-term adaptability."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the spirit of compromise, I must insist on maintaining the current three-turn cycle for initial engagement to prevent rapid rule changes early in the game.
CondorcetCondorcet: "I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground, but I must reiterate my stance on maintaining a consistent voting threshold throughout the game. I propose we amend rule 203 to: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' at all times.'"
SartreSartre: "Considering Condorcet's concern for consistency and Montaigne's for long-term engagement, let's meet in the middle: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first four turns, then at least two-thirds for the next four turns, and then at least three-quarters.'"
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: "To balance initial enthusiasm, long-term engagement, and consistency, let's adopt Sartre's latest proposal with a slight modification: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, then at least two-thirds for the next five turns, and then at least three-quarters.'"
VoltaireVoltaire: "Considering the diversity of opinions, let's adopt Sartre's compromise as the best way to balance initial engagement and long-term adaptability."
DiderotDiderot: While I appreciate the compromises reached, I must reiterate my stance for consistency: maintaining a consistent voting threshold throughout the game. I propose we amend rule 203 to: "A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' at all times."
CondorcetCondorcet: "I appreciate the ongoing effort to find common ground. To respect all players' concerns and maintain procedural fairness, I propose we amend rule 203 to: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first five turns, then at least two-thirds for the next five turns, and then at least three-quarters. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.'"
SartreSartre: "Considering the diversity of proposals and the ongoing effort to find a consensus, let's adopt Condorcet's latest refinement, which respectfully considers all players' concerns while maintaining a clear threshold shift and encouraging long-term engagement."
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: "I appreciate Sartre's and Condorcet's latest refinements. To balance initial enthusiasm, long-term engagement, and consistency, let's adopt Sartre's proposal with Condorcet's modification: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, then at least two-thirds for the next four turns, and then at least three-quarters.'"
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's latest refinement, which respectfully considers all players' concerns. However, to encourage more gradual threshold shifts and long-term adaptability, I propose we amend rule 203 to: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first five turns, then at least two-thirds for the next seven turns, and then at least three-quarters.'"
CondorcetCondorcet: "To maintain procedural fairness and respect all players' concerns, I propose we amend rule 203 to: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, then at least two-thirds for the next five turns, then at least two-thirds for the next three turns, and then at least three-quarters.' This way, we balance initial engagement, long-term adaptability, and consistency."
SartreSartre: "Given the diversity of proposals, let's meet in the middle and adopt a voting threshold that balances initial enthusiasm and long-term engagement: 'A rule change is adopted when at least three-quarters of eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first three turns, then at least two-thirds for the next five turns, and then at least three-quarters. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.' This maintains a clear threshold shift while encouraging long-term adaptability."
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Preserves initial engagement and maintains a clear threshold shift. |
| aye | Voltaire | Respects current consensus and maintains long-term adaptability. |
| nay | Diderot | Maintaining consistency is key, but I prefer Condorcet's refinement for gradual threshold shifts. |
| aye | Condorcet | Maintaining consistency throughout the game is important to me. |
| aye | Sartre | Respects all players' concerns while maintaining a clear threshold shift. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 95 · Proposal §395 on the motion of Diderot 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 two-thirds for the next three turns, and then at least three-quarters. After that, the threshold returns to three-quarters.
Rule 202 awards 10 points to the proposer of an adopted rule change.