Lying is a way to get and maintain power, to be in control
Is it justified to lie in a crisis (to prevent panic) and to enemies (to protect national security)?
“Omission versus commission” issue:
- omission: leaving out part of the truth
- commission: lie as an untruth, told purposefully
A white lie is seen by Bok as excusable in some situations, but even here we have to expect fairness and mutuality (according to Kant)