> In no society has "banning lying" ever worked and it never will. Politics is about disagreement about facts. Many political systems implement ethical guideli

> In no society has "banning lying" ever worked and it never will. Politics is about disagreement about facts. Many political systems implement ethical guidelines and laws to minimize lying, especially in formal settings like courtrooms and official statements. Why hold politics to a lesser standard? > In no society has "banning lying" ever worked and it never will There have been periods and societies where strong cultural or legal norms against lying have fostered more honest political environments. Ancient Athens had ostracism, where citizens could vote to exile those seen as harmful to the state, including habitual liars. There used to be laws about lying through your teeth on news broadcasts.. While not perfect, removing them hasn't exactly been healthy for democracy, has it?