Is White Lying Justified

The world categorizes lies into two different categories. There is the common “white lie” which is a falsity that is, in whatever way, softened and justified because it will not lead to significant emotional or physical detriment. The white lie is often used for the greater good where it may spare someone’s feelings. The second lie is simply referred to as a “lie”. The latter is used to purposefully deceive someone with the intent to manipulate others at whatever cost so personal success or influence may be achieved. In politics and government, citizens have uncovered lies of an almost unforgiveable magnitude. Citizens have revealed political lies that have led to the false imprisonment, or in extreme cases, death of innocent people. In previous and current cases, the government has released to the public what they deem as merely innocent, white lies. Because these white lies have resulted in such emotional and physical detriment, lying should never be acceptable from the government. …show more content…
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