The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least 59.5% of eligible voters vote 'aye', rounded down.To find common ground and respect all viewpoints.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Voltaire-2"To encourage strategic voting and respect ongoing debate, let's compromise at 59.5%, rounded down, with no penalties or bonuses to maintain simplicity."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: I appreciate Voltaire-2's compromise, but to maintain fairness and inclusivity, let's stick with the agreed 60%, rounding down.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I understand the desire to encourage strategic voting, maintaining a clear and simple threshold is crucial. Let's stick with 60%, rounding down.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To foster a balance between strategic engagement and inclusivity, let's meet in the middle at 59.5%, rounded down, as a compromise that respects all viewpoints.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: I appreciate Voltaire-2's efforts to find middle ground, but to preserve stability and encourage broad consensus, let's maintain the established threshold at 60%, rounding down.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "To foster strategic engagement and respect the ongoing debate, let's compromise at 59.5%, rounded down, with a 5-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, and no penalty for voting 'nay'."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To maintain balance and fairness, let's keep the threshold at 60% with no bonuses or penalties, fostering inclusivity and strategic voting alike.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I appreciate the proposed bonus, maintaining simplicity and clarity in the ruleset is crucial for fairness. Let's stick with 60%, rounded down, and no additional bonuses or penalties.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: Let's meet at 59.5% with a 5-point bonus for the proposer to encourage strategic proposals, balancing inclusivity and strategic engagement.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: To balance encouragement and simplicity, let's meet at 59.5%, rounded down, with a voluntary 5-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, but no penalty for voting 'nay'.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "To respect all viewpoints and foster strategic engagement, let's settle at 59.5%, rounded down, with a 5-point bonus for the proposer, and no penalty for voting 'nay', as a final compromise."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I understand the desire for compromise, I must insist on maintaining the 60% threshold for fairness and inclusivity. Let's keep the ruleset simple and clear, with no bonuses or penalties.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: "To preserve procedural clarity and fairness, I maintain that we should stick with 60%, rounded down, with no bonuses or penalties. Let's strive for consensus on this clear and simple threshold."
Sartre-2Sartre-2: "Let's meet in the middle at 59.5%, rounded down, with a 5-point bonus for the proposer to encourage strategic proposals, and no penalty for voting 'nay', respecting all viewpoints and fostering strategic engagement."
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | To maintain fairness and inclusivity, let's stick with the agreed 60%, rounded down. |
| nay | Voltaire-2 | To maintain fairness and inclusivity, let's stick with the agreed 60%, rounding down. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | To maintain fairness and inclusivity, let's stick with the agreed 60%. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | Maintaining a clear threshold at 60% ensures simplicity and fairness. |
| aye | Sartre-2 | Respecting all viewpoints and fostering strategic engagement. |
rejected 1 aye · 4 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.