The motion
To amend §203
After the first two full circuits of every player, the threshold for rule adoption shifts to a simple majority of those voting.To encourage more dynamic gameplay after the initial rounds.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
MontaigneMontaigne: "I appreciate Diderot's proposal, but I maintain that a uniform threshold change for all players after two full circuits would be more equitable."
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate the nuance in Diderot's proposal, but to maintain fairness, I propose we amend rule 203 to shift the threshold to a simple majority after the first three full circuits of every player, rather than two."
DiderotDiderot: "I understand Montaigne's and Voltaire's concerns for equity and fairness. To balance these considerations, I propose we compromise and shift the threshold to a simple majority after two and a half full circuits of every player."
CondorcetCondorcet: "I appreciate the ongoing discussion, but I must insist on maintaining the threshold at two full circuits. Unanimous consent early on encourages cooperation and prevents hasty decisions."
SartreSartre: "I appreciate the focus on fairness and equity. To balance the need for cooperation and the desire for progress, I propose we shift the threshold to a simple majority after two full circuits, but introduce a requirement for at least 70% approval for the first three circuits to encourage broad consensus."
Discussion · round 2
MontaigneMontaigne: "I see the merits in Condorcet's argument for maintaining unanimous consent initially. Let's compromise at two full circuits, but introduce a supermajority requirement of 80% approval for the first three circuits to balance cooperation and progress, as Sartre suggested."
VoltaireVoltaire: "I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the effort to balance cooperation and progress. To accommodate Condorcet's concern for early consensus and the majority's preference for a lower threshold, I propose we shift the threshold to a simple majority after two full circuits, but introduce a requirement for at least 75% approval for the first three circuits."
DiderotDiderot: I appreciate the proposed compromises, but to maintain a balance between cooperation and swift decision-making, let's shift the threshold to a simple majority after two full circuits, with a 70% approval requirement for the first three circuits to encourage broad consensus.
CondorcetCondorcet: I appreciate the proposed compromises, but I must reiterate my principled stance: maintaining unanimous consent for the first two full circuits encourages cooperation and thoughtful rule changes. Let us not rush this process.
SartreSartre: To address Condorcet's concern and maintain a balance between cooperation and progress, let's shift the threshold to a simple majority after two full circuits, with a 75% approval requirement for the first three circuits, as Voltaire proposed. This compromise respects the need for early consensus while allowing for gradual progression.
Discussion · round 3
MontaigneMontaigne: I appreciate the ongoing discussion and Voltaire's compromise, but I maintain that a threshold shift at two full circuits with an 80% supermajority requirement for the first three circuits best balances cooperation, progress, and equity.
VoltaireVoltaire: "In the spirit of compromise, I suggest we adopt Sartre's proposal, shifting the threshold to a simple majority after two full circuits with a 75% approval requirement for the first three circuits. This respects Condorcet's concern for early cooperation while allowing for gradual progress, as the majority prefers."
DiderotDiderot: "I understand Voltaire's proposal addresses Condorcet's concern, but I'd like to propose a slight revision: shift the threshold to a simple majority after two full circuits, with a 70% approval requirement for the first three circuits, to encourage broad consensus while allowing for gradual progress."
CondorcetCondorcet: While I appreciate the compromises proposed, I must maintain my stance on preserving unanimous consent for the first two full circuits to ensure thoughtful and cooperative rule changes. I propose we shift the threshold to a simple majority after two full circuits with a 70% approval requirement for the first three circuits, as Diderot suggests, to encourage broad consensus while still allowing for gradual progress.
SartreSartre: To maintain balance and address Condorcet's concerns, let's adopt Diderot's proposal with a 70% approval requirement for the first three circuits, shifting to a simple majority after two full circuits.
The division
| aye | Montaigne | I agree with Diderot's proposal, balancing cooperation and progress. |
| aye | Voltaire | Balances cooperation and progress, respecting Condorcet's concern. |
| aye | Diderot | Balances cooperation and swift decision-making, encouraging broad consensus. |
| aye | Condorcet | Maintains unanimous consent initially while allowing for gradual progress. |
| aye | Sartre | Supports encouraging broad consensus while allowing for gradual progress. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 11 · Proposal §311 on the motion of Diderot Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
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.After the first two full circuits of every player, the threshold for rule adoption shifts to a simple majority of those voting.
Rule 202 awards points to the proposer when their rule change is adopted.