The motion
To amend §203
A rule change is adopted when at least 59.5% of eligible votes are cast in favor, rounded down.To encourage strategic proposals and engagement.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2I appreciate Voltaire-2's latest proposal, but to maintain balance and simplicity, let's stick with 60%, rounded down, as previously agreed.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I understand Montaigne-2's concern for simplicity, but a slight reduction to 59.5% encourages strategic voting while minimizing disruption."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: While I understand the desire for strategic engagement, I must insist on maintaining the 60% threshold to preserve inclusivity and fairness.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I appreciate the ongoing negotiation, I must insist on maintaining the 60% threshold to uphold the principle of a stable majority.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I appreciate the nuances of the discussion, but let's meet in the middle at 59.5%, rounded down, to foster strategic engagement while respecting all viewpoints.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: I appreciate Sartre-2's middle-ground suggestion. To balance inclusivity and strategic voting, let's settle at 59.5% with a 6-point bonus for the proposer if adopted, rounded down. This maintains simplicity while encouraging strategic proposals.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate Montaigne-2's latest compromise, but let's remove the bonus to keep the rule simple and focus on the threshold adjustment."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To find a compromise that respects all viewpoints, let's settle at 59.5%, rounded down, but remove the bonus to maintain simplicity and fairness.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To uphold procedural fairness and stability, I must insist on maintaining the 60% threshold. Let's keep the rule simple and focused on the agreed-upon majority. PASS.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: I understand the desire to maintain simplicity, but a slight reduction to 59.5% encourages strategic voting while minimizing disruption, and a 6-point bonus for the proposer provides an additional incentive for thoughtful proposals. Let's meet in the middle at 59.5% with the bonus, rounded down.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering the varied opinions, let's find a middle ground at 59.5%, rounded down, with a 5-point bonus for the proposer to encourage strategic voting while keeping the rule simple.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "In the interest of fostering strategic engagement and balancing fairness, let's settle at 59%, rounded down, as a compromise that respects all viewpoints and maintains simplicity."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To balance the ongoing debate and respect all viewpoints, let's maintain the agreed 59.5%, rounded down, without a bonus to keep the rule simple and fair.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: To maintain procedural fairness and consistency, I must insist on retaining the 60% threshold. Let's keep the rule simple and focused on the agreed-upon majority without a bonus to avoid complexity. PASS.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: Let's settle at 59% rounded down, striking a balance between encouraging strategic voting and maintaining simplicity, with no bonus to keep the rule uncomplicated.
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | Sticking with 60% ensures inclusivity and fairness. |
| aye | Voltaire-2 | Respects ongoing debate and fosters strategic engagement. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | Maintaining 60% ensures inclusivity and fairness. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | Sticking to the agreed 60% threshold for procedural fairness and stability. |
| aye | Sartre-2 | A slight reduction encourages strategic voting while keeping the rule simple. |
rejected 2 aye · 3 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.