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What does it mean?
During war, lies are sometimes used to protect the truth.
In plain terms
Truth needs lies to survive in wartime.
What can you take from it?
Strategic deception can protect vital information.

Where it applies

  • discussing wartime ethics
  • analyzing propaganda

Putting it to work

  • protect sensitive information
  • weigh ethics against safety

Questions to consider

  • When is lying justified?
  • How do you protect truth?

Another view

Lying can undermine trust even when necessary.

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