I have always defended the use of the word "liar," because it is necessary to hold people accountable when they distort facts or actively fabricate things to smear others. Pointing out that a liar actually is a liar is not only not uncivil, it protects civility in the public sphere because lies are destructive. However, far too often the accusation of "lying" is merely a way to say "I disagree with this person."
When "lying" is a meaningless accusation
When "lying" is a meaningless accusation
When "lying" is a meaningless accusation
I have always defended the use of the word "liar," because it is necessary to hold people accountable when they distort facts or actively fabricate things to smear others. Pointing out that a liar actually is a liar is not only not uncivil, it protects civility in the public sphere because lies are destructive. However, far too often the accusation of "lying" is merely a way to say "I disagree with this person."