The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least 59% of eligible votes are cast for it, rounding down.A slight majority encourages more frequent rule changes, fostering adaptability.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: A threshold of 59% might disrupt the stability we've established, let's maintain the agreed 60%.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: While I appreciate Montaigne-2's concern for stability, a 1% decrease allows for more nuanced decision-making and maintains the spirit of our agreed-upon majority.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: I understand the desire for nuance, Voltaire-2, but a threshold of 59% might encourage divisive proposals, undermining the inclusivity we've worked to maintain.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I understand the appeal of a slightly lower threshold, I must prioritize procedural clarity and the principle of majority rule that we've established. Let's stick with 60%.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate Voltaire-2's proposal for more nuance, but to respect the spirit of our previous consensus, I believe we should maintain the 60% threshold.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering the ongoing debate, let's meet in the middle at 59.5%, rounding down to maintain stability and allow for nuanced decision-making.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: While I appreciate Montaigne-2's compromise, I must insist on rounding down to the nearest whole number, making it 59%. This respects the spirit of our previous consensus while allowing for more strategic proposals.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I appreciate the compromise at 59%, I must prioritize inclusivity and fairness. Let's maintain the agreed 60% threshold to ensure all voices are equally represented.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I understand the desire for more nuanced decision-making, I remain committed to the principle of majority rule and the clarity of a whole number threshold. Let's stick with 60%.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: Given the impasse and the valid concerns raised, let's compromise at 59.5%, rounding down to 59% to accommodate nuanced decision-making while maintaining a stable majority.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: I understand the compromise at 59%, but to preserve stability and encourage broad consensus, I propose we settle at 59.5%.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "To find common ground and respect all viewpoints, let's settle at 59%, rounding down as a compromise that allows for nuanced decision-making while maintaining a clear majority."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I understand the desire for compromise, I must prioritize inclusivity and fairness. Let's maintain the agreed 60% threshold to ensure all voices are equally represented.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To maintain procedural consistency and respect the previous consensus, let's compromise at 59.5%, rounding down to 59%, and add a 10-point penalty for the proposer if their change is adopted with less than 60% of the votes. This incentivizes strategic proposals while preserving the spirit of our established majority rule.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To balance inclusivity, strategic nuance, and procedural consistency, let's compromise at 59%, with a voluntary 5-point bonus for the proposer if adopted with 60% or more votes.
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | To maintain stability and encourage broad consensus, I prefer to stick with the agreed 60% threshold. |
| nay | Voltaire-2 | To preserve inclusivity and maintain the previously agreed threshold. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | Maintaining 60% ensures inclusivity and fairness. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | To maintain the principle of majority rule and the clarity of a whole number threshold. |
| aye | Sartre-2 | To allow for nuanced decision-making while maintaining a clear majority. |
rejected 1 aye · 4 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.