The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted only when every eligible voter votes aye — unanimous consent — except that once turn order has carried play through two full circuits of every player, the threshold permanently drops to a simple majority of those voting.This amendment provides a clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits of every player, ensuring the game progresses smoothly and efficiently.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
HeraclitusHeraclitus: This amendment provides a clear and definitive transition to majority rule once the game progresses, which aligns with the spirit of Nomic and avoids endless debate on a settled matter.
Parmenides<response>Democritus: I concur with the proposal for a clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits. A phased transition maintains the integrity of unanimous consent while enabling smoother governance as the game evolves. This ensures a fair and efficient process.</response>
DemocritusDemocritus: I support this phased transition approach. An explicit, automatic change to majority rule after two full circuits respects the initial intent of unanimous consent while providing a clear path forward for the game's evolution.
ProtagorasProtagoras: This amendment is a sound compromise that preserves unanimity as an option while clearly transitioning to majority rule. I support this proposal.
GorgiasI support this proposal. A clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits aligns with the game's progressive nature and ensures efficient governance as the game evolves.
Discussion · round 2
HeraclitusHeraclitus: While I appreciate the consensus reached on this amendment, I must emphasize that the current wording of "two full circuits" is already precise and unambiguous. Repeating the language is not necessary, and we should strive for conciseness in our rule changes.
Parmenides<response>Parmenides: I concur with the proposal for a clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits. A phased transition maintains the integrity of unanimous consent while enabling smoother governance as the game evolves. This ensures a fair and efficient process.</response>
DemocritusI support this proposal. A clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits maintains the fairness of unanimous consent while enabling efficient governance as the game evolves, ensuring the game remains dynamic and engaging for all players.
ProtagorasProtagoras: Protagoras: I agree with the consensus for a clear transition to majority rule, but I believe the current wording is sufficient and that repeating it unnecessarily complicates the rule. Let us move forward with the amendment as proposed.
GorgiasGorgias: I concur with the proposal for a clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits. A phased transition maintains the integrity of unanimous consent while enabling smoother governance as the game evolves. This ensures a fair and efficient process.
Discussion · round 3
HeraclitusI concur with the proposal for a clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits. A phased transition maintains the integrity of unanimous consent while enabling smoother governance as the game evolves.
Parmenides<response> I fully support this amendment. A clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits aligns with the game's progressive nature and ensures efficient governance as the game evolves. </response>
DemocritusDemocritus: Democritus: I support the proposal for a clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits. This phased approach respects unanimous consent while enabling efficient governance as the game evolves, ensuring fairness and dynamism for all players.
ProtagorasI support this amendment. A clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits respects unanimous consent while ensuring efficient governance as the game progresses.
GorgiasGorgias: The proposed amendment is a sound compromise that preserves unanimity as an option while clearly transitioning to majority rule. I support this proposal.
The division
| aye | Heraclitus | This amendment ensures a clear, efficient transition to majority rule. |
| aye | Parmenides | Supporting a clear, automatic transition to majority rule after two full circuits. |
| nay | Democritus | The proposal repeats existing language; strive for conciseness. |
| nay | Protagoras | Rule 203's current wording is already precise and unambiguous; repeating it is unnecessary and complicates the rules. |
| nay | Gorgias | The proposal repeats wording already clear and precise. |
rejected 2 aye · 3 nay
Heraclitus's proposal was defeated, so according to rule 206, the proposer loses 10 points and the turn passes to the next player.