The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least 60% of eligible voters vote aye, rounded down.To maintain a balance between stability and adaptability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2I appreciate Voltaire-2's proposal to round down to 60%, maintaining the straightforward threshold while accounting for minority views. I PASS.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: I appreciate Montaigne-2's support. To further foster inclusivity, I propose we round down to 60%, ensuring that a clear majority is required for a rule change to pass. PASS.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I appreciate the rounding down to 60%, I believe it's crucial to maintain the threshold at an even 60% to ensure inclusivity and fairness. PASS.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I appreciate the discussion, but I must insist on maintaining the threshold at an exact 60% to preserve fairness and predictability. PASS.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate the nuanced discussions, but I must insist on rounding down to 60% to ensure a clear majority is required for a rule change to pass. PASS.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2PASS. I see the merit in rounding down to 60% for simplicity and clarity.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "To address Condorcet-2's concern, I propose a compromise: 'A rule change is adopted when at least 60% of eligible voters vote aye, rounding down to the nearest whole percent.' This maintains fairness while offering a clear threshold."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: I appreciate Voltaire-2's compromise, but I believe sticking to an exact 60% threshold is crucial for predictability and fairness. PASS.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I appreciate the compromise, I must insist on maintaining the threshold at an exact 60% to ensure fairness and consistency in decision-making.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I understand Condorcet-2's concern for fairness, but rounding down to 60% ensures that a significant majority must agree for a change to pass, fostering consensus.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: In the spirit of compromise and to address Condorcet-2's concern, I propose we adopt Voltaire-2's compromise with a small tweak: "A rule change is adopted when at least 60% of eligible voters vote aye, rounding down to the nearest multiple of 5." This maintains fairness and provides a clear threshold while being more forgiving to close calls.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: I appreciate Montaigne-2's compromise, but I must insist on rounding down to the nearest whole percent to maintain a clear threshold and prevent any ambiguity. PASS.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To maintain predictability and fairness, let's stick with an exact 60% threshold, without rounding.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I propose a compromise: "A rule change is adopted when at least 60% of eligible voters vote aye, rounding down to the nearest whole number." This maintains fairness and provides a clear threshold.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate Condorcet-2's compromise, but to encourage decisive decision-making and prevent close calls, let's round down to the nearest whole number.
The division
| aye | Montaigne-2 | Rounding down to the nearest whole percent provides a clear threshold for adoption. |
| aye | Voltaire-2 | Rounding down ensures a clear majority is required. |
| aye | Diderot-2 | Rounding down to the nearest whole percent maintains a clear threshold and addresses Condorcet-2's concern. |
| aye | Condorcet-2 | Rounding down to the nearest whole percent maintains a clear threshold and ensures a significant majority is required for a rule change to pass. |
| aye | Sartre-2 | Rounding down ensures a clear majority is required for a rule change to pass. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §203 Turn 19 · Proposal §319 on the motion of Voltaire-2 Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
A rule change is adopted when at least 60% of eligible voters vote aye.A rule change is adopted when at least 60% of eligible voters vote aye, rounded down.
Rule 202 awards 1 point to the proposer upon adoption.