The motion
To amend §306
A player may not propose the same change that has previously been defeated unchanged without a substantial change in content (85% or less similarity).To encourage innovation and meaningful rule changes.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
Montaigne-2I propose we amend [306] to require a 70% similarity threshold and a simple majority vote to reintroduce a previously defeated change, as a middle ground that respects all viewpoints.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: I appreciate Montaigne-2's compromise, but to truly foster innovation, I must insist on a 90% similarity threshold and a 4/5 majority vote to reintroduce a previously defeated change.
Diderot-2Diderot-2: Let's meet in the middle at 80% similarity and maintain the current majority vote requirement to balance innovation and stability.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I propose we maintain the 85% similarity threshold to strike a balance between innovation and stability, but reduce the voting threshold to a simple majority to encourage more frequent reconsideration of past decisions.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: Let's aim for a balance that encourages meaningful change without discouraging experimentation. I propose we settle at 80% similarity with a simple majority vote to reintroduce a previously defeated change.
Discussion · round 2
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I appreciate the varied viewpoints, but to truly foster innovation, I must insist on a 85% similarity threshold and a 4/5 majority vote to reintroduce a previously defeated change."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To respect all viewpoints and find a common ground, I propose we settle at 82.5% similarity with a 3/4 majority vote to reintroduce a previously defeated change. This compromise maintains a high threshold for substantial changes while encouraging frequent reconsideration.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: I propose we compromise at 80% similarity with a 4/5 majority vote, respecting the need for substantial changes while still allowing for frequent reconsideration.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: Let's prioritize understanding and progress over rigidity. I propose we meet in the middle at 80% similarity with a 4/5 majority vote, as a compromise that respects all viewpoints and encourages meaningful change.
Discussion · round 3
Montaigne-2Montaigne-2: Considering the consensus around 80% similarity, let's meet in the middle at a simple majority vote to reintroduce a previously defeated change, striking a balance between innovation and stability.
Voltaire-2Voltaire-2: "I understand the consensus forming around 80% similarity, but to truly encourage meaningful change, I must insist on a 4/5 majority vote to reintroduce a previously defeated change."
Diderot-2Diderot-2: To respect Voltaire-2's persistence and find a common ground, let's settle at 80% similarity with a 4/5 majority vote, as a compromise that balances everyone's concerns.
Condorcet-2Condorcet-2: Let's maintain the current 85% similarity threshold to preserve the spirit of substantial changes, but reduce the voting threshold to a simple majority to encourage more frequent reconsideration.
Sartre-2Sartre-2: Let's prioritize flexibility and adaptability. I propose we settle at 75% similarity with a supermajority (3/4) vote to reintroduce a previously defeated change, encouraging frequent reconsideration while maintaining substantial differences.
The division
| nay | Montaigne-2 | 85% is too high, discouraging meaningful innovation |
| nay | Voltaire-2 | Maintaining 85% similarity is too high to truly foster innovation. |
| nay | Diderot-2 | I appreciate Voltaire-2's persistence, but let's meet in the middle at 80% similarity to balance everyone's concerns. |
| aye | Condorcet-2 | Preserves the spirit of substantial changes while encouraging more frequent reconsideration. |
| aye | Sartre-2 | I support encouraging meaningful change while maintaining a high threshold for reintroduction. |
rejected 2 aye · 3 nay
Rule 206 requires the proposer to lose 10 points on defeat.