Download Week 5 DQ 4 Is it possible for a communication to convey a

Week 5 DQ 4
Is it possible for a communication to convey a message that is legal, but ethically wrong? Is it
possible for a message to be ethical, but not legal? Explain your answers and provide an
example.
Yes, I believe that it is possible for a communication to convey a message that is legal, but
ethically wrong. I believe that many fallacies and rhetorical devices, when used deliberately, are
unethical but legal. For example, if an employee makes some information public that a ceo,
manager, or supervisor did not want known. This could be labeled "whistle-blowing." I believe that
many fallacies used in such a manner to persuade an individual can be considered legal but
unethical. Most forms of "snitching" are considered legal yet unethical for the most part. Code of
ethics also vary depending on job industry. What might be ethical in used car sales might not be
considered ethical in the accounting field. So everyone is going to have their own opinion on what
is ethical according to their job field or personal background.
I cannot think of any way for a message to be ethical, but not legal. The closest thing I can think
of is the current issue with medical marijuana. It is ethically o.k. for patients to use marijuana
prescribed to them for medical purposes, but it is illegal on a federal level.
So, does anyone know if a message can be ethical, but not legal?