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They grapple with a profound moral question—whether lying or manipulation is ever justified "for a good cause." Citing theological debates from Catholic ethics, some argue that sometimes, under certain moral constraints, deception is permissible if it prevents a greater evil. The discussion references the Catholic teaching that lying to save lives may be acceptable under certain circumstances.
The moral philosopher emphasizes that resisting evil might require dark, morally ambiguous acts—like lying, deception, or even manipulative coercion—if the outcome preserves greater societal good. They acknowledge that in the real world, governments employ propaganda and lawfare, and that these tools have grey areas where morality and practicality intersect.