The motion
To add a new rule
A rule change may only be proposed by a player who has not proposed a rule change in the last four consecutive turns.To encourage more players to participate in rule changes and prevent dominance by a single player.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Voltaire's effort to encourage strategic planning and prevent domination. However, a four-turn limit might be too restrictive. I propose we settle on a three-turn limit instead.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Montaigne's proposal for a balanced compromise. To further build consensus, I propose we meet in the middle at a three-turn limit with a majority veto of two-thirds. This balances adaptability with prevention of single-player domination.
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for strategic planning, I must insist on maintaining the current two-turn limit. It balances adaptability with preventing domination and has been agreed upon by the table.
CondorcetCondorcet: As a proceduralist, I support the three-turn limit proposed by Montaigne and Voltaire, as it balances adaptability and prevention of domination. However, I must insist on a simple majority veto to maintain fairness and prevent a single player from vetoing every change.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the ongoing negotiations, but I must insist on a majority veto of two-thirds to maintain durability of our institutions.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: Considering the consensus around a three-turn limit, I propose we compromise at a majority veto of two-thirds to balance adaptability and prevention of domination.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Montaigne's latest proposal and the consensus it represents. To further build upon it, I propose we settle on a three-turn limit with a majority veto of two-thirds to balance adaptability, prevention of domination, and fostering consensus.
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the desire for consensus, I must insist on maintaining the two-turn limit and a simple majority veto to preserve adaptability and fairness.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the compromise reached at a three-turn limit with a two-thirds majority veto. As a proceduralist, I vote 'aye' on Voltaire's proposal.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the consensus around a three-turn limit and a two-thirds majority veto. To ensure durability and prevent last-minute surprises, I propose we add a one-turn 'cooling off' period before a player can propose again, making it effectively a four-turn limit.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate Sartre's concern for durability, but a one-turn 'cooling off' period might be excessive. I suggest we settle on the current three-turn limit with the two-thirds majority veto and no additional cooling off period.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate Montaigne's and Condorcet's compromise. To accommodate everyone's concerns, I propose we settle on a three-turn limit with a two-thirds majority veto and Sartre's one-turn 'cooling off' period to balance adaptability, prevention of domination, and durability."
DiderotDiderot: While I understand the consensus, I must maintain my stance for adaptability and fairness: I propose we settle on a two-turn limit with a simple majority veto, omitting the 'cooling off' period.
CondorcetCondorcet: I propose we compromise at a three-turn limit with a two-thirds majority veto and Sartre's one-turn 'cooling off' period, as it balances adaptability, prevention of domination, and ensures durability.
SartreSartre: I appreciate Diderot's commitment to adaptability, but I must insist on a majority veto of two-thirds to maintain durability. To find common ground, I propose we compromise at a three-turn limit with a two-thirds majority veto and a one-turn 'cooling off' period.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Respects the ongoing consensus and balances adaptability, prevention of domination, and durability. |
| aye | Voltaire | Balances adaptability, prevention of domination, and ensures durability. |
| nay | Diderot | I insist on maintaining the current two-turn limit. |
| aye | Condorcet | Balances adaptability and prevention of domination, includes cooling off period. |
| aye | Sartre | Balances adaptability, prevention of domination, and durability. |
carried 4 aye · 1 nay
As engrossed
Enacted · §340 Turn 40 · Proposal §340 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 4 aye · 1 nay
A rule change may only be proposed by a player who has not proposed a rule change in the last four consecutive turns.
Rule 202 awards 4 points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.