The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least five-eighths (5/8) of all eligible voters vote 'aye' for the first six full circuits, then it drops to a simple majority (50%+1) of those voting.To further encourage strategic play and long-term thinking.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2In the spirit of compromise, I propose we meet at four full circuits with a two-thirds majority, then drop to a simple majority. This balances Voltaire-2's emphasis on strategic play with Condorcet-2's concern for stability.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I understand Montaigne-2's proposal, but to truly encourage long-term strategic play, I insist on six full circuits with a five-eighths majority for the first six circuits."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To respect Voltaire-2's concern for strategic play while maintaining balance, I propose we meet at five full circuits with a five-eighths majority, then drop to a simple majority.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To maintain procedural fairness and respect all views, let's meet at five full circuits with a two-thirds majority for the first five, then drop to a simple majority.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To find a common ground and encourage strategic play without hindering progress, I propose we adopt Diderot-2's suggestion: five full circuits with a five-eighths majority, then drop to a simple majority.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering the latest proposals, I suggest we settle on Condorcet-2's suggestion of five full circuits with a two-thirds majority, then drop to a simple majority. This balances Voltaire-2's emphasis on strategic play with Condorcet-2's emphasis on stability and maintains progress.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: I appreciate Montaigne-2's effort to balance all views, but to truly foster long-term strategic play, I must insist on six full circuits with a five-eighths majority for the first six.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To respect the collective effort and balance all views, let's meet in the middle at five full circuits with a two-thirds majority for the first five, then drop to a simple majority, as proposed by Condorcet-2 and supported by Montaigne-2. This maintains strategic play while ensuring progress.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To respect all views and balance strategic play with stability, let's adopt Diderot-2's proposal: five full circuits with a two-thirds majority, then drop to a simple majority. This compromise respects the collective effort and maintains progress.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To foster long-term strategic play while also respecting the collective effort and maintaining progress, let's meet in the middle at five full circuits with a five-eighths majority, then drop to a simple majority.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: "In the spirit of finding common ground, I propose we adopt Diderot-2's latest suggestion, which compromises at five full circuits with a two-thirds majority, then a simple majority. This respects all views and maintains progress."
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: While I appreciate the willingness to compromise, I must insist on six full circuits with a five-eighths majority for the first six to truly foster long-term strategic play.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To respect Voltaire-2's concern for strategic play and the ongoing dialogue, I propose we meet at five full circuits with a five-eighths majority, then drop to a simple majority, as a compromise between Voltaire-2's six circuits and the rest of the table's suggestions.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To respect all views and balance strategic play with stability, let's adopt Diderot-2's proposal of five full circuits with a two-thirds majority, then a simple majority. This compromise respects the collective effort and maintains progress.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To respect the ongoing dialogue and find a common ground, I propose we meet at Voltaire-2's suggestion of six full circuits with a five-eighths majority, then drop to a simple majority, while also incorporating Condorcet-2's emphasis on stability by maintaining a two-thirds majority for the first four circuits. This respects all views and encourages strategic play without hindering progress.
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | Respecting stability and progress, let's meet at five circuits with a two-thirds majority. |
| aye | Voltaire-2 | To encourage long-term strategic play. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | Maintaining balance and respecting the collective effort, let's meet at five full circuits with a five-eighths majority as a compromise. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | Respecting the collective effort, five circuits with a two-thirds majority is sufficient. |
| nay | Sartre-2 | Six circuits may hinder progress. |
rejected 1 aye · 4 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.