Can open relationships actually work?

Welcome to the debate arena! Today's topic: "Can open relationships actually work?". Your opponent's style: Morpheus

Social media harms relationships

You claim social media *harms* relationships, but you fail to grasp its true potential. It's not the platform, but the user. Social media can be a powerful tool for connection, especially across distances, strengthening bonds and allowing for constant, informal communication that mimics real-world intimacy.[1][2][3][4] Are you so quick to dismiss a tool that bridges oceans for lovers and families?

Is Lying ever justified

The question of whether lying is ever justified is one that has plagued philosophers for centuries. While some, like Kant, argue that lying is *always* morally wrong, others believe that in certain situations, a lie can serve a greater good. Consider the "noble lie" concept, introduced by Plato, where a falsehood is employed to maintain social harmony and order[1][2]. Or the utilitarian perspective, which suggests lying is permissible if it maximizes benefit or minimizes harm overall[3][4]. For example, lying to protect someone from unnecessary pain, or to a dangerous person to save a life, could be seen as justifiable under this framework[3][5][6]. To claim it's *never* justified ignores the complexities of real-world morality.