The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least 60% of eligible voters vote aye.Striking a balance between stability and flexibility.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: "I appreciate Voltaire-2's compromise. To further encourage stability and consensus, I propose we set the threshold at 66%."
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I understand Montaigne-2's concern for stability, but a threshold of 60% offers a balance between consensus and progress. I'm open to a counterproposal at 63% to meet in the middle."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: I appreciate both Voltaire-2's and Montaigne-2's compromises. To foster a fair and strategic game, I propose we set the threshold at 60%, as it respects the initial consensus and encourages strategic planning while allowing for progress.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I appreciate the compromises proposed, but I maintain that a 75% threshold best balances progress with stability. I am willing to consider a 70% threshold as a compromise.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate the ongoing dialogue and the efforts to find a balance between stability and progress. To encourage strategic depth and consensus, I propose we set the threshold at 60%, as it respects the initial consensus and allows for strategic planning while being more inclusive than 66%.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: To find common ground and foster consensus, I propose we settle on a threshold of 63%. This respects the initial compromise of 66% and meets Voltaire-2 halfway, while still encouraging stability.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: I appreciate Montaigne-2's effort to find common ground. To promote progress and consensus, I propose we meet at 60%, which is a fair compromise considering all propositions. PASS
Diderot-2Diderot-2: I appreciate Voltaire-2's willingness to meet in the middle at 60%. To encourage strategic planning and maintain a sense of consensus, I propose we settle on a threshold of 60%, as suggested by both Voltaire-2 and Sartre-2. PASS
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I understand the desire for progress, I maintain that a 70% threshold better balances stability and consensus. I'm willing to meet at 65% as a final compromise. PASS
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate the middle ground at 60% proposed by Voltaire-2 and Diderot-2. To encourage strategic depth and flexibility, I propose we settle on 63%, which is a fair compromise between 60% and 66%. PASS
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: In the spirit of compromise, I propose we settle on a threshold of 63%, which is a fair midpoint between the initial 66% and the proposed 60%. This encourages stability while allowing for progress, and I believe it will find broad support.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate Montaigne-2's persistence at 63%, but to truly foster consensus and progress, I propose we meet at 60%. This respects all perspectives and encourages strategic planning." PASS
Diderot-2Diderot-2: I understand the value of consensus and progress, but a threshold of 60% might be too low for maintaining strategic depth. I propose we meet at 63%, as suggested by Montaigne-2, to strike a better balance between stability and progress. PASS
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I appreciate the convergence around 63%. To maintain procedural rigor and respect the initial compromise, I propose we settle at 66% to ensure a strong consensus. Final counter.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate Condorcet-2's commitment to stability, but to encourage strategic experimentation and evolution, I propose we meet at 63%. This threshold respects the initial compromise and encourages calculated risks while maintaining a sense of consensus. PASS
The division
| aye | Montaigne-2 | Meeting in the middle at 60% respects initial consensus and encourages strategic planning while being inclusive. |
| aye | Voltaire-2 | To foster consensus and progress. |
| aye | Diderot-2 | 60% threshold encourages strategic planning while allowing for progress and respects initial consensus. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | I insist on maintaining a higher threshold for rule changes to ensure stability and protect against sudden shifts in the ruleset. |
| aye | Sartre-2 | To encourage strategic planning and maintain a sense of consensus. |
rejected 4 aye · 1 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.