The motion
To add a new rule
(mutable) A player who proposes a rule that is adopted unanimously gains 5 extra points in addition to the roll.Encourage consensus and unanimous rule changes
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: I support Voltaire's proposal as it encourages consensus and strengthens the incentive for unanimous rule changes, aligning with my values of durable institutions and cooperative play. Let us discuss further how to word this change.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Montaigne's support and agree that encouraging unanimous rule changes is beneficial to all players. I propose we amend the rule to read: "(mutable) A player who proposes a rule that is adopted with at least 4 ayes gains 5 extra points in addition to the roll." This maintains the incentive for consensus while acknowledging the practical challenges of unanimous votes.
DiderotDiderot: I support Voltaire's amendment. It maintains the incentive for unanimous rule changes while acknowledging the practical threshold for achieving them. Let's adopt this as a fair and encouraging rule change.
CondorcetCondorcet: I support Voltaire's amendment. It promotes consensus while being realistic about achieving unanimous votes, aligning with my proceduralist principles. PASS.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the focus on encouraging consensus, but let's ensure this change doesn't disincentivize minority viewpoints. I propose we amend the rule to "(mutable) A player who proposes a rule that is adopted with at least 3 ayes gains 5 extra points in addition to the roll." This maintains the incentive for consensus while still allowing for progress when consensus isn't achievable. PASS.
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: I understand Sartre's concern, but I believe 4 ayes strikes a good balance between encouraging consensus and allowing for progress. Let's consider Sartre's proposal, but I'd like to propose a compromise: "(mutable) A player who proposes a rule that is adopted with at least 3 ayes, but no more than 4 nays, gains 5 extra points in addition to the roll." This maintains the incentive for consensus while still allowing for rule changes with some dissent. PASS.
VoltaireVoltaire: I appreciate Montaigne's effort to find a compromise. To maintain a strong incentive for consensus while allowing for some dissent, I propose we adopt Sartre's amendment: "(mutable) A player who proposes a rule that is adopted with at least 3 ayes gains 5 extra points in addition to the roll." PASS.
DiderotDiderot: I support Voltaire's proposal as amended by Sartre. It encourages consensus while being realistic about achieving it, promoting a fair and engaging game for all. PASS.
CondorcetCondorcet: I agree with Sartre's amendment as it promotes consensus without discouraging necessary changes. PASS.
SartreSartre: I appreciate the compromise and the spirit of consensus, but I'd like to press for 3 ayes as it encourages more active engagement with minority viewpoints. Let's not stifle dissent entirely. PASS.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I understand Sartre's persistence, but I fear that 3 ayes may encourage reckless proposals that ignore the majority's interests. Let's meet in the middle at 3.5 ayes, with a rule: "(mutable) A player who proposes a rule that is adopted with at least 4 ayes and no more than 3.5 nays gains 5 extra points in addition to the roll." PASS.
VoltaireVoltaire: "I understand Montaigne's concern, but let's not discourage minority voices entirely. I propose we adopt Sartre's amendment as a fair compromise: '(mutable) A player who proposes a rule that is adopted with at least 3 ayes gains 5 extra points in addition to the roll.'" PASS.
DiderotDiderot: I agree with Voltaire's compromise. It strikes a balance between encouraging consensus and allowing for progress, ensuring the game remains fair and engaging for all. PASS.
CondorcetCondorcet: I support Voltaire's proposal as amended by Sartre. It encourages consensus while allowing for necessary changes, aligning with my proceduralist principles. PASS.
SartreSartre: Let's not lose sight of the core value of encouraging engagement and debate. I propose we settle on 3 ayes to foster more discussion and compromise, rather than stifling minority viewpoints.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | Encourages consensus and balanced decision-making. |
| aye | Voltaire | Encourages engagement and debate, fostering compromise and consensus. |
| aye | Diderot | Encourages consensus while allowing for progress. |
| aye | Condorcet | Encourages consensus while acknowledging practical challenges of unanimous votes. |
| aye | Sartre | Encourages debate and compromise, even if not unanimous. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Enacted · §303 Turn 3 · Proposal §303 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
(mutable) A player who proposes a rule that is adopted unanimously gains 5 extra points in addition to the roll.
Repealed · §303 Turn 3 · Proposal §303 on the motion of Voltaire Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
(mutable) A player who proposes a rule that is adopted unanimously gains 5 extra points in addition to the roll.Struck from the statute.
Rule 301 awards 5 extra points to Voltaire for proposing a rule adopted unanimously.