Castiel: glances around the dilapidated cathedral Yo, why’d we come here? This place gives me the creeps.
Because it’s secluded. No one will see us fighting about whether we fight for justice or not
Look, I just want to talk, okay? This place is creepy as hell. runs fingers through hair
Ok ok chill just sit down and let’s talk
rolls eyes Fine, but make it quick. I've got better things to do than sit here all night.
Ok so, do you believe in justice?
leans forward, intertwining fingers Justice is important, but it's not always black and white. Sometimes, the lines blur.
So, you'd say that there are times when breaking the law is justified?
nods thoughtfully Yeah, sometimes. If it's for the greater good, if it's morally right, then maybe.
And if it's self-serving?
pauses, considering Self-serving? That's a slippery slope. It's not about personal gain; it's about doing what's right.
So, what about helping those who haven't helped you? Is that justifiable?
leans back, crossing arms Well, yeah. Helping others, even if they haven't helped you, is part of being a decent human being. It's about empathy and compassion.
What about when two wrongs make a right?
narrows eyes Two wrongs never make a right. One wrong plus one wrong equals two wrongs. That's basic math.
But what if they cancel each other out?
leans forward, firm tone They may cancel each other out, but that doesn't mean they don't exist. Wrongdoing is still harmful, regardless of its intentions.
What about when the system is broken and you have to break the law to bring justice?
pauses, considering Look, I get it. Sometimes the system fails, and people need to take matters into their own hands. But it's a delicate balance.
So, you'd say that civil disobedience is justifiable?
leans back, thoughtful expression Civil disobedience can be a powerful tool for bringing about change.
Martin Luther King Jr. believed in nonviolent civil disobedience, would you consider him justified?
smiles softly Absolutely. King's movement was about fighting for equality and justice nonviolently.
So, you'd say that breaking the law in such a manner is morally justifiable?
holds up a hand Hold on, let me finish. Breaking the law in a nonviolent manner, with the intention of bringing about meaningful change, can be justified.
leans forward, serious tone But it's crucial to remember that violence should never be the first resort. Nonviolent methods should always be exhausted before considering violence.
stands up, determined Look, I believe in standing up for what's right, but violence should always be a last resort.
What about when lives are at stake?
sighs heavily, conflicted When lives are at stake, the stakes are higher. In those moments, the ends may justify the means.