Truth vs. Truth-Telling

So, is the truth whistleblowing?

· No, the truth is the information that is revealed. Whistleblowing is the act of revelation.
· The revealed information becomes “truth” only after it is verified, contextualized, and understood.

Think of it this way: A whistleblower is like someone who shouts “Fire!” in a crowded theater.

· If there is indeed a fire, they are a hero who told a vital truth and saved lives.
· If there is no fire, they are causing a dangerous panic based on a lie.
· The moral judgment of their act depends entirely on the factual truth of their claim.

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