The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least 59% of eligible votes are cast in favor, rounded down.To find a compromise and encourage strategic voting.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2PASS. I agree with the proposed amendment to foster strategic engagement while respecting all viewpoints.
Voltaire-2PASS. I agree with the proposed amendment to encourage strategic proposals and foster ongoing dialogue.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I appreciate the desire to encourage strategic proposals, I must insist on maintaining the 60% threshold to preserve inclusivity and fairness.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I respect the proposal, I must insist on maintaining the 60% threshold for predictability and to prevent strategic manipulation.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate the spirit of compromise, but to maintain balance and discourage trivial proposals, let's meet at 59%, rounded down, with no bonuses or penalties.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: I understand Diderot-2 and Condorcet-2's concerns, but a slight reduction to 59% might encourage more nuanced proposals while still maintaining a high threshold for adoption.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "Given the impasse, let's compromise at 59%, rounded down, as a compromise that respects all viewpoints and fosters strategic engagement."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To maintain fairness and inclusivity, I propose we meet in the middle at 59.5%, rounded down, with no bonuses or penalties.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I appreciate the compromise at 59.5%, but to maintain predictability and prevent strategic manipulation, let's stick with 60%, rounded down, with no bonuses or penalties.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To find common ground and respect all viewpoints, let's settle at 59%, rounded down, with a voluntary 5-point bonus for the proposer if adopted.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Understanding Diderot-2's and Condorcet-2's concerns, I propose we meet in the middle at 59.5%, rounded down, with a voluntary 5-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, to encourage strategic proposals without compromising fairness.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "Given the impasse and to foster strategic engagement, let's settle at 59%, rounded down, without bonuses or penalties."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I understand the push for compromise, I must maintain my stance on preserving the 60% threshold to ensure all players' voices are equally valued.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I appreciate the compromise at 59%, I must insist on maintaining the 60% threshold to preserve the stability and predictability of the voting system.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To balance strategic engagement and inclusivity, let's meet at 59.5%, rounded down, with no bonuses or penalties. This compromise respects all viewpoints and maintains a high threshold for adoption.
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | To maintain fairness and inclusivity, let's stick with the agreed 60%. |
| nay | Voltaire-2 | To maintain fairness and inclusivity, I must insist on maintaining the 60% threshold. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | Preserving the 60% threshold ensures inclusivity and fairness. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | Maintaining the 60% threshold is crucial for predictability and preventing strategic manipulation. |
| nay | Sartre-2 | To maintain fairness and inclusivity, I insist on preserving the 60% threshold. |
rejected 0 aye · 5 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.