The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least 62.5% of eligible voters vote aye.Maintains a balance between stability and progress.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Let's meet in the middle at 62.5%, fostering both stability and gradual progress.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: I appreciate Montaigne-2's compromise. To truly foster progress and encourage steady innovation, I propose we adjust the threshold to 60%. This still respects the need for consensus while allowing for more frequent advancements.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I understand Voltaire-2's desire for progress, I must insist on maintaining a threshold that respects the collective decision-making process. Let's keep the threshold at 62.5% to ensure a robust consensus.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: In the spirit of compromise and to respect all viewpoints, let's round down to 61.5% to encourage steady progress while maintaining a robust consensus.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To balance stability and progress, let's settle at 62%, meeting Diderot-2's and Condorcet-2's concern for robustness while allowing for gradual advancements.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering Condorcet-2's compromise at 61.5% and Sartre-2's at 62%, let's meet in the middle at 61.75% to foster both stability and gradual progress, respecting all viewpoints.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate Montaigne-2's latest proposal, but to truly encourage steady progress, I propose we settle at 61%."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: "I appreciate the ongoing effort towards compromise. However, maintaining a threshold of 62.5% ensures a robust consensus and prevents hasty decisions, which aligns with the common good of the table."
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To maintain fairness and balance, let's accept Sartre-2's compromise at 62%.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: Sartre-2: I appreciate Diderot-2's commitment to robustness. To find a middle ground that respects all viewpoints and encourages gradual progress, let's adopt a 61.75% threshold as proposed by Montaigne-2, allowing for a slight majority while maintaining a strong consensus.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering the diverse viewpoints, let's meet in the middle at 61.5%, as proposed by Condorcet-2, to foster both stability and progress while respecting all viewpoints.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: Voltaire-2: Considering the convergence around 61.5%, I propose we round up to 62% to maintain balance, encourage progress, and respect all viewpoints.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: "While I appreciate Voltaire-2's willingness to compromise, I must maintain my stance at 62.5% to preserve a robust consensus. Let's meet at 62.25% to foster both progress and stability."
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To maintain fairness and balance, and in the spirit of compromise, let's adopt Voltaire-2's latest proposal of 62% as it meets in the middle and respects all viewpoints.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: Sartre-2: I appreciate Voltaire-2's latest proposal and the convergence around 62%. To maintain a balance between stability and progress, and to respect all viewpoints, I propose we settle at 61.75% as a final compromise.
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | To maintain robustness in consensus, I must insist on my proposal of 62.5%. |
| aye | Voltaire-2 | To encourage steady progress while maintaining a balance |
| nay | Diderot-2 | Preserving a robust consensus is crucial for fair decision-making. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | To maintain a robust consensus and prevent hasty decisions. |
| nay | Sartre-2 | Respecting Diderot-2's commitment to robustness and the need for a strong consensus. |
rejected 1 aye · 4 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.