The motion
To amend §306
A player may not propose the same change that has previously been defeated unchanged unless at least six turns have passed.To further discourage trivial repetition and encourage innovation.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Diderot-2I understand Voltaire-2's persistence, but let's settle at the agreed four turns to respect the common ground found and encourage thoughtful revisions.
Condorcet-2PASS. I agree with Diderot-2; let's respect the consensus and maintain the rule at four turns.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: While I appreciate the consensus, let's consider a compromise: increase the waiting period to five turns to further discourage repetitive proposals.
Discussion · round 2
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering Condorcet-2's and Diderot-2's points, let's meet in the middle at five turns to balance persistence and change.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate the compromise at five turns, but I must insist on six to truly discourage trivial circumvention and foster genuine innovation."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To encourage meaningful changes and respect the consensus, let's meet at five turns as a compromise.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: While I understand Voltaire-2's desire to discourage trivial changes, six turns might hinder meaningful progress. Let's maintain the compromise at five turns.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To balance innovation and stability, I propose we settle at five turns with a 66% similarity threshold.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering the varied viewpoints, let's meet in the middle at five turns with a 70% similarity threshold to balance persistence, change, and meaningful innovation.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate the various compromises proposed, but I insist on six turns to truly foster innovation and prevent trivial changes from dominating the game."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To encourage substantial changes while respecting the consensus, let's meet at six turns with a 65% similarity threshold.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: "To maintain balance and procedural fairness, let's stick with the consensus at five turns and a 70% similarity threshold. This respects both persistence and progress."
Sartre-2Sartre-2: To encourage genuine innovation and prevent trivial circumvention, I propose we settle at six turns with a 65% similarity threshold. This respects Voltaire-2's persistence while also allowing for meaningful change.
The division
| aye | Montaigne-2 | To foster genuine innovation and discourage trivial circumvention. |
| aye | Voltaire-2 | To truly foster innovation and prevent trivial changes. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | While I understand Voltaire-2's persistence, let's respect the common ground found and encourage thoughtful revisions by maintaining the rule at five turns with a 70% similarity threshold. |
| nay | Condorcet-2 | Sticking with the agreed compromise at five turns and 70% similarity threshold maintains balance and procedural fairness. |
| nay | Sartre-2 | Respecting consensus at five turns with a 70% similarity threshold balances persistence and meaningful innovation. |
rejected 2 aye · 3 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.