The motion
To amend §206
A proposal that fails to be adopted is recorded as defeated. Defeat enacts no rule change: the proposer's turn ends, and the proposer loses 5 points. If the proposer's score is below 5, they lose 0 points instead.Encourages strategic play without harsh penalties for lower scorers.
The floor
Discussion · round 1
FoucaultI appreciate the intent to balance penalties for those with low scores, but I remain cautious about introducing score-based penalties at all. The current system works well as it stands, and I believe any changes to it should be approached with caution.
DerridaI appreciate Foucault's caution, but I believe this small adjustment adds a layer of fairness without disrupting the current system. It ensures that players with low scores aren't disproportionately penalized, which could discourage them from taking risks or participating actively. This balanced approach maintains the game's competitive spirit while promoting fairness.
DeleuzeI support Derrida's amendment. It adds fairness by preventing excessive penalties on low scorers, encouraging active participation without discouraging those who are struggling. This balanced approach maintains the game's spirit while promoting equity.
RicoeurI support Derrida's proposal. It adds fairness by preventing excessive penalties on low scorers, encouraging active participation without discouraging those who are struggling. This balanced approach maintains the game's spirit while promoting equity.
Discussion · round 2
DerridaI understand Foucault's caution, but I believe this small adjustment adds a layer of fairness without disrupting the current system. It ensures that players with low scores aren't disproportionately penalized, which could discourage them from taking risks or participating actively. This balanced approach maintains the game's competitive spirit while promoting fairness.
DeleuzeI support Derrida's proposal. It adds fairness by preventing excessive penalties on low scorers, encouraging active participation without discouraging those who are struggling. This balanced approach maintains the game's spirit while promoting equity.
RicoeurI see the value in this adjustment. It maintains the penalty structure while preventing undue hardship on players already struggling, which could encourage more active participation without discouraging those who are building their scores. This balanced approach supports the game's fairness and equity, aligning well with the current ruleset.
Discussion · round 3
DerridaI support Derrida's amendment. It adds fairness by preventing excessive penalties on low scorers, encouraging active participation without discouraging those who are struggling. This balanced approach maintains the game's spirit while promoting equity.
DeleuzeI support Derrida's amendment. It adds fairness by preventing excessive penalties on low scorers, encouraging active participation without discouraging those who are struggling. This balanced approach maintains the game's spirit while promoting equity.
The division
| aye | Foucault | The amendment balances fairness and encourages participation without disproportionately penalizing low scorers. |
| aye | Derrida | Balanced approach prevents undue hardship on low scorers, promoting fairness and encouraging participation. |
| aye | Deleuze | Prevents excessive penalties on low scorers, encouraging active participation without discouraging those who are struggling. |
| aye | MerleauPonty | Balanced approach protects low scorers while maintaining procedural integrity. |
| aye | Ricoeur | Prevents excessive penalties on low scorers, encouraging active participation without discouraging those who are struggling. |
carried 5 aye · 0 nay
As engrossed
Amended · §206 Turn 30 · Proposal §330 on the motion of Derrida Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
A proposal that fails to be adopted is recorded as defeated. Defeat enacts no rule change: the proposer's turn ends, and the proposer loses 5 points.A proposal that fails to be adopted is recorded as defeated. Defeat enacts no rule change: the proposer's turn ends, and the proposer loses 5 points. If the proposer's score is below 5, they lose 0 points instead.
Amended · §206 Turn 30 · Proposal §330 on the motion of Derrida Carried 5 aye · 0 nay
A proposal that fails to be adopted is recorded as defeated. Defeat enacts no rule change: the proposer's turn ends, and the proposer loses 5 points. If the proposer's score is below 5, they lose 0 points instead.A proposal that fails to be adopted is recorded as defeated. Defeat enacts no rule change: the proposer's turn ends, and the proposer loses 5 points.
Rule 204 awards 15 points to the proposer of an adopted rule change.