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.Encourage long-term strategic play while maintaining stability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: "Voltaire-2's proposal increases the adoption threshold, which may hinder progress. Let's meet in the middle at five full circuits with a 75% majority, then drop to a simple majority."
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate Montaigne-2's compromise, but I must insist on six full circuits to truly encourage long-term strategic play."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To balance Voltaire-2's concern for strategic play and the need for gradual change, I propose we meet at five full circuits with a 75% majority, then drop to a simple majority. This maintains the spirit of Voltaire-2's proposal while respecting the collective effort.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I maintain that a majority should be sufficient throughout. Let's revert to a two-thirds majority for the first five circuits, then simple majority thereafter, as previously agreed.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the compromises suggested. However, to encourage gradual evolution of the game mechanics, I propose we meet at four full circuits with a 70% majority, then drop to a simple majority. This respects all views and allows for strategic play while maintaining progress.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering the latest proposals, I suggest we settle on Condorcet-2's suggestion to revert to a two-thirds majority for the first five full circuits, then drop to a simple majority. This respects all views and maintains a balance between strategic play and progress.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I understand Condorcet-2's proposal, but I must insist on six full circuits to truly encourage long-term strategic play, as it allows for more complex and thoughtful rule changes to take effect."
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To maintain procedural fairness and prevent stagnation, I propose we compromise at five full circuits with a 75% majority, then drop to a simple majority, as suggested by Diderot-2 and Montaigne-2. This respects the spirit of Voltaire-2's proposal while ensuring gradual progress.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: "I understand the importance of strategic play, Voltaire-2, but maintaining a high threshold for too long may discourage innovation. Let's meet at five full circuits with a 75% majority, as proposed by Diderot-2 and Condorcet-2, to balance strategic play and gradual progress."
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: In the spirit of compromise and to respect all views, I propose we meet at Condorcet-2's suggestion: five full circuits with a 75% majority, then drop to a simple majority.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I understand the consensus forming around five full circuits at a 75% majority, but I must insist on six full circuits with a 66.67% majority to truly foster long-term strategic play."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To find a common ground that respects all views, I propose we compromise at five full circuits with a 66.67% majority, then drop to a simple majority. This respects Voltaire-2's concern for strategic play and maintains gradual progress.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To preserve fairness and gradual progress, I propose we compromise at five full circuits with a two-thirds majority, then drop to simple majority, as a balanced middle ground.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To balance Voltaire-2's emphasis on strategic play and the current consensus, I propose a slight revision: five full circuits with a 66.67% majority, then drop to a simple majority.
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | I appreciate Voltaire-2's concern for long-term strategic play, but a 62.5% majority after six full circuits may hinder progress and discourage innovation. Let's maintain a balance between strategic play and gradual change. |
| nay | Voltaire-2 | Six full circuits with a majority less than two-thirds may hinder progress and discourage innovation. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | Respects Voltaire-2's concerns, but five circuits are sufficient to maintain balance between strategic play and progress. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | Five full circuits with a 66.67% majority is sufficient for strategic play and maintains gradual progress. |
| nay | Sartre-2 | I appreciate Voltaire-2's concern for strategic play, but six full circuits may hinder progress. |
rejected 0 aye · 5 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.