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Sissela Bok is a distinguished Swedish-born philosopher and ethicist known for her work on ethics, trust, and human rights. As the author of "Lying: Moral Choice in Public and Private Life" and other influential works, Bok has explored the complexities of moral decision-making and the importance of honesty and integrity in public discourse. Her insightful analysis and ethical inquiry continue to inform debates on issues ranging from journalism ethics to human rights.
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"While all deception requires secrecy, all secrecy is not meant to deceive."

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"We are all, in a sense, experts on secrecy. From earliest childhood we feel its mystery and attraction. We know both the power it confers and the burden it imposes. We learn how it can delight, give breathing space and protect."

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"Liars share with those they deceive the desire not to be deceived."

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