The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least 61% of eligible vote, rounded down, with a 12-point penalty for opposing the adopted change.Encourages strategic voting and adds depth to gameplay.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2I appreciate Voltaire-2's attempt to maintain a higher threshold while introducing a penalty for opposing the change. However, I remain steadfast in my belief that a straightforward 60% threshold ensures inclusivity and stability. Let's maintain our current rule.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: Considering the impasse, let's meet in the middle at 60.5% with a 10-point penalty for opposing the adopted change, rounding down to 60% to maintain simplicity.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: I appreciate Voltaire-2's compromise, but I'm concerned that a penalty might discourage healthy debate. Let's keep the straightforward 60% threshold without additional penalties.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I appreciate the nuances in discussion, but to preserve strategic depth and encourage strategic voting, let's maintain the straightforward 60% threshold without additional penalties.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To foster consensus and encourage strategic voting, I propose we settle at 60% without additional penalties.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: To foster consensus and address concerns, I propose we compromise at 60.5% with a voluntary 10-point bonus for supporting the adopted change. This maintains inclusivity while encouraging strategic voting.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate the ongoing discussion and the compromises proposed. However, to maintain strategic depth and encourage active participation, I propose we settle at 61% with a mandatory 12-point penalty for opposing the adopted change, rounding down to 60% for simplicity."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue, but to ensure fairness and inclusivity, let's stick with a straightforward 60% threshold without any penalties or bonuses.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: In the spirit of compromise and to address Diderot-2's concern, I propose we adopt 60% with a voluntary 10-point bonus for supporting the adopted change, rounding down to maintain simplicity and encourage strategic voting.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To address Condorcet-2's concern about encouraging strategic voting, I propose we amend the rule to "A rule change is adopted when at least 60% of eligible voters vote aye, rounded down, with a mandatory 10-point bonus for supporting the adopted change." This maintains inclusivity while providing an incentive for strategic voting.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: To find common ground, I propose we settle at 60% with a voluntary 10-point bonus for supporting the adopted change, rounding down to encourage inclusivity and strategic voting.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: Considering the varied perspectives and the ongoing debate, I propose we compromise at 60% with a mandatory 10-point penalty for opposing the adopted change to maintain strategic depth and encourage active participation.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To balance inclusivity and strategic voting, let's settle at 60% with a voluntary 5-point bonus for supporting the adopted change, rounding down to maintain simplicity and encourage strategic voting without penalizing dissent.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To balance inclusivity and strategic voting, I propose we settle at 60% with a voluntary 5-point bonus for supporting the adopted change, rounding down to maintain simplicity and encourage strategic voting without penalizing dissent.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To respect the ongoing dialogue and foster consensus, I propose we settle at 60% with no penalties or bonuses, encouraging strategic voting through natural game dynamics rather than explicit incentives.
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | To maintain inclusivity and strategic depth, let's keep the straightforward 60% threshold without additional penalties. |
| nay | Voltaire-2 | To maintain inclusivity and encourage strategic voting without explicit penalties. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | Penalties discourage healthy debate. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | Preserving inclusivity and strategic depth requires a straightforward 60% threshold without penalties. |
| nay | Sartre-2 | Penalties discourage healthy debate. |
rejected 0 aye · 5 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.