Is it okay to make up a phony excuse when someone you don't want to see invites you to an event?

Is it okay to lie when your father with Alzheimer's asks where his long deceased wife is?

Is it okay to cast your opponent's record in the worst possible light when you're running for political office?

Is it okay to lie when your girlfriend asks if you've noticed that she's gained a few pounds?

Is it okay to lie when your teenage child asks if you ever used drugs?

Is it okay to call in sick from work when you're not sick?

Is it okay to deceive a spouse or partner by not confessing to a one-night stand you regret?

Is it okay to lie when a job applicant asks if your office is a good place to work?

Is it okay to lie when your parent with a terminal illness asks you what his/her chances are?

Is it okay to lie when you're a sales clerk and a customer asks how an outfit looks on him or her?