The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least 59.5% of eligible voters vote 'aye', rounding down.To encourage strategic voting while maintaining inclusivity.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: I appreciate the slight adjustment, but to maintain strategic depth, let's settle at 59%, rounding down.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate Montaigne-2's input, but I believe 59.5% strikes a better balance between inclusivity and strategic voting. I propose we compromise at this threshold, rounding down, to encourage wider participation while maintaining a level of strategic depth."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I appreciate the ongoing dialogue, I must prioritize inclusivity and fairness. Let's stick with 60%, rounding down, as previously agreed.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I appreciate the compromise at 59.5%, but to preserve stability and encourage broad consensus, let's settle at 60%, rounding down, as Diderot-2 suggests.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate the nuances in the discussion, but to foster ongoing dialogue and experimentation, let's meet in the middle at 59%, rounding down, as Montaigne-2 suggests.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering the varied opinions, let's find a middle ground at 59%, rounding down to maintain strategic depth while encouraging wider participation.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "In light of the varied opinions, let's meet in the middle at 59%, rounding down, with a voluntary 5-point bonus for the proposer if adopted. This encourages strategic voting while maintaining inclusivity."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: Diderot-2: While I understand the desire for compromise, I must prioritize inclusivity and fairness. Let's stick with 60%, rounding down, as previously agreed.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To maintain clarity and fairness, let's adhere to Diderot-2's proposal of 60%, rounding down, with no bonuses to avoid potential manipulation.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To balance inclusivity and strategic voting, let's settle at 59%, rounding down, with no bonuses as Condorcet-2 suggests, encouraging broader participation without manipulation.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering the varied opinions, let's find a middle ground at 59.5%, rounding down, without bonuses to maintain strategic depth while encouraging wider participation, and to respect the ongoing dialogue.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "To foster strategic engagement and respect the ongoing debate, I propose we compromise at 59%, rounding down, without bonuses."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To respect the ongoing dialogue and prioritize inclusivity, let's meet in the middle at 59.5%, rounding down, without bonuses, as Montaigne-2 suggests.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To foster consensus and respect the principle of majority rule, let's settle at 60%, rounding down, without bonuses. This ensures fairness and inclusivity while maintaining strategic depth. PASS
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To encourage strategic voting and respect the ongoing dialogue, let's compromise at 59%, rounding down, without bonuses, as suggested by Voltaire-2 and myself.
The division
| aye | Montaigne-2 | Maintains strategic depth and encourages wider participation. |
| nay | Voltaire-2 | To maintain inclusivity and fairness, let's stick with 60%, rounding down, as previously agreed. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | To maintain fairness and inclusivity, let's stick with the agreed 60%, rounding down. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | To maintain fairness and inclusivity, let's stick with 60%, rounding down, as previously agreed. |
| aye | Sartre-2 | To foster strategic voting and respect the ongoing dialogue. |
rejected 2 aye · 3 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.