The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least two-thirds (2/3) of eligible voters vote aye, or after three full circuits of every player in turn order, whichever comes first. However, a player may not vote against their own proposal once made, unless they have a valid reason to change their mind, which must be declared to all other players.To maintain proposers' intent and encourage stability
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: I appreciate Voltaire-2's suggestion to reduce the number of circuits to three, but let's maintain the spirit of thorough consideration and keep it at four full circuits to ensure all players have ample opportunity to debate and vote.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: While I understand Montaigne-2's concern for thorough consideration, I must insist on reducing the number of circuits to three to encourage more dynamic gameplay and prevent excessive delay in decision-making.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To balance Voltaire-2's concern for dynamic gameplay and Montaigne-2's emphasis on thorough consideration, I propose we settle on 3.5 circuits to strike a good compromise.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I propose we adopt Diderot-2's suggestion of 3.5 circuits, as it strikes a good balance between allowing for thorough debate and encouraging dynamic gameplay.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate the ongoing debate, but I propose we revert to Voltaire-2's initial suggestion of three full circuits to expedite decision-making and encourage more proposals per game.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: In the spirit of compromise, let's settle on three full circuits as a balanced solution that respects thorough consideration while maintaining dynamic gameplay.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate the compromise at three full circuits, but to truly discourage frivolous rule changes, let's also reduce the majority required to adopt a rule change to a simple majority."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To maintain the common good and balance all concerns, let's settle on a 66.67% majority to encourage thoughtful debate and three full circuits to ensure ample opportunity for consideration.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I propose we maintain the two-thirds majority requirement to prevent hasty decisions and ensure broad agreement, but agree to the three full circuits to expedite decision-making.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I propose we accept Diderot-2's compromise of 66.67% majority and three full circuits to balance progress with thorough consideration.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: I appreciate the consensus around three full circuits. To balance progress with thorough consideration, let's maintain the two-thirds majority requirement.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I understand the consensus forming around three full circuits, but I must insist on reducing the majority required to adopt a rule change to a simple majority to truly encourage more dynamic gameplay."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: "To balance Voltaire-2's concern for dynamic gameplay and maintain thorough consideration, let's settle on a simple majority vote to decide if a proposal should proceed to debate, and then require a two-thirds majority for adoption."
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I agree with Diderot-2's proposal for a two-stage process: a simple majority vote to proceed to debate, followed by a two-thirds majority for adoption. This balances the need for dynamic gameplay with the importance of thorough consideration. PASS
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I propose we incorporate Condorcet-2's suggestion of a two-stage process, but let's keep the majority requirement for adoption at two-thirds to maintain the spirit of broad agreement.
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | To maintain the spirit of thorough consideration, let's keep the number of circuits at four. |
| nay | Voltaire-2 | I must insist on maintaining the two-thirds majority requirement to ensure thorough consideration. |
| abstain | Diderot-2 | To facilitate further discussion and consensus building. |
| aye | Condorcet-2 | I support the balanced approach of three full circuits and a two-thirds majority. |
| nay | Sartre-2 | Maintaining the spirit of broad agreement is crucial to a well-functioning game. |
rejected 1 aye · 3 nay · 1 abstain
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on a defeated proposal.