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 and reflect ongoing dialogue.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2"In the interest of finding a middle ground, I propose we round down from 60% to 59.5%, maintaining the stability and strategic depth of the game."
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "While I appreciate Montaigne-2's compromise, let's round down from 59.5% to 59% to truly encourage strategic voting and engagement."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: I appreciate both Voltaire-2's and Montaigne-2's compromises, but to maintain fairness and inclusivity, let's meet in the middle at 59.5%, rounding down.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To preserve the integrity of voting, let's maintain the threshold at 60%, but to foster strategic engagement, propose adding a 7-point bonus for the proposer if adopted.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To balance strategic engagement and inclusivity, let's meet at 59.5%, rounding down, and remove the 5-point penalty for voting against an adopted change to encourage more participation in voting.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering Condorcet-2's concern, let's meet at 59.5% with a 7-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, maintaining strategic engagement and inclusivity.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "To find common ground and respect all viewpoints, I propose we settle at 59%, rounding down, with a 7-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, and no penalty for voting against."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To respect the ongoing discussion and prioritize inclusivity, let's meet in the middle at 59.5%, rounding down, with a 7-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, and no penalty for voting against.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To respect all viewpoints and maintain fairness, let's settle at 59.5%, rounding down, with a 6-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, and no penalty for voting against.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To encourage wider participation and consensus, let's settle at 59%, rounding down, with a 6-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, and no penalty for voting against, as a compromise that respects all viewpoints.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: To preserve balance and encourage strategic voting, let's settle at 59.5%, rounding down, with a 6-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, and no penalty for voting against.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "To foster strategic engagement and respect the ongoing debate, I propose we compromise at 59%, rounding down, with a 7-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, and a 3-point bonus for each 'aye' vote cast, to encourage broader support and consensus."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I appreciate Voltaire-2's latest proposal, I must prioritize fairness and inclusivity. Let's maintain a 6-point bonus for the proposer, no penalty for opposing, and meet at 59.5% to balance strategic engagement and inclusivity.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To balance strategic engagement and inclusivity while preserving procedural fairness, let's settle at 59.5%, rounding down, with a 6-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, and no penalty for voting against.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: "Let's meet at 59%, rounding down, with a 6-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, and no penalty for voting against, to encourage wider participation and consensus."
The division
| aye | Montaigne-2 | To encourage broader support and consensus |
| nay | Voltaire-2 | 59.5% is too low and disincentivizes strategic voting. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | To maintain fairness and inclusivity, let's stick with the agreed 60%, rounding down, with no bonuses or penalties. |
| aye | Condorcet-2 | This compromise respects all viewpoints and fosters strategic engagement. |
| aye | Sartre-2 | To encourage wider participation and consensus. |
rejected 3 aye · 2 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.