Value for speech one: lying is never the answer
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To what extent, and under what specific circumstances, might lying be considered an acceptable or even necessary course of action, considering potential ethical, social, and personal consequences?
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In situations of extreme duress or potential catastrophic consequences, can adhering to absolute truth-telling under the "lying is never the answer" principle cause more harm than good, both individually and societally? -
In situations of self-preservation or protecting vulnerable individuals, can lying be considered morally justifiable, even if it contradicts the principle of "lying is never the answer?”
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Does the concept of "white lies" exist? If so, how do cultural values, individual motivations, and social context influence whether a lie can be considered acceptable, even if it contradicts the principle of "lying is never the answer?”
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If so, to what extent is lying acceptable?
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Does absolute adherence to "lying is never the answer" create more harm than good in situations of extreme power imbalances or potential social injustices?
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Can small, seemingly harmless lies ever be justified, or are they always detrimental to trust and honesty, even if the intention is good?
