Quote by Orson Scott Card

I'm neutral on lying, seeing as how there's times when the truth just hurts people.

I'm neutral on lying, seeing as how there's times when the t

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker neither supports nor condemns lying because they believe there are instances in which telling the truth can cause unnecessary pain to others. It implies that in certain situations, the better option might be to withhold or manipulate information in order to protect or spare people from emotional harm that could result from an honest revelation. Overall, the statement reflects a nuanced perspective on lying, acknowledging the potential moral dilemma when truth and the well-being of others are in conflict.

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