The Problem of the Grudge Informer
Natasha Mazzitelli November 30, 2014
210990570 Word Count: 1512
MODR1730
The Problem of the Grudge Informer:
A Dialectical Essay
Introduction
Problem
Lon Fuller’s The Problem of the Grudge Informer outlines quite a legal dilemma: are the acts of a past regime’s grudge informers deserving of prosecution? Fuller narrates a scenario regarding a central issue that is plaguing the administration of a recently overturned democratic state, previously ruled by an unethical regime after a bout of economic disparity. In response to such hardship and social chaos, factional groups formed such as the anarchic “Purple Shirt” party. Through the use of scare tactics and false promises, the Headman of this party was voted into presidency. The General Assembly became thoroughly comprised of Purple Shirt followers, resulting in objectors of their ideologies being put to death. Many citizens of the state took this as an opportunity to report others for frivolous crimes such as simply questioning or speaking ill of the party’s policies. This was seemingly done merely out of selfish fulfilling of one’s own agenda, such as taking revenge or expressing a grudge.
The problematic question remains whether or not these grudge informers should face consequences today for their actions taken whilst under the prior regime. This problem is of significant importance to the state as citizens are in explosive uproar over the ethical matters that accompany it, and if left unattended to or dealt with insufficiently, could certainly lead to further social chaos. Many could view the acts of the grudge informers as indirect murder. This is therefore a serious matter that deserves special attention and requires a sufficient solution to satisfy the state and instill justice.
Position
The five deputies of the article each present compelling points regarding the issue at hand. Although it could be argued that the grudge informers should not be prosecuted for their acts during
210990570 Word Count: 1512
MODR1730
The Problem of the Grudge Informer:
A Dialectical Essay
Introduction
Problem
Lon Fuller’s The Problem of the Grudge Informer outlines quite a legal dilemma: are the acts of a past regime’s grudge informers deserving of prosecution? Fuller narrates a scenario regarding a central issue that is plaguing the administration of a recently overturned democratic state, previously ruled by an unethical regime after a bout of economic disparity. In response to such hardship and social chaos, factional groups formed such as the anarchic “Purple Shirt” party. Through the use of scare tactics and false promises, the Headman of this party was voted into presidency. The General Assembly became thoroughly comprised of Purple Shirt followers, resulting in objectors of their ideologies being put to death. Many citizens of the state took this as an opportunity to report others for frivolous crimes such as simply questioning or speaking ill of the party’s policies. This was seemingly done merely out of selfish fulfilling of one’s own agenda, such as taking revenge or expressing a grudge.
The problematic question remains whether or not these grudge informers should face consequences today for their actions taken whilst under the prior regime. This problem is of significant importance to the state as citizens are in explosive uproar over the ethical matters that accompany it, and if left unattended to or dealt with insufficiently, could certainly lead to further social chaos. Many could view the acts of the grudge informers as indirect murder. This is therefore a serious matter that deserves special attention and requires a sufficient solution to satisfy the state and instill justice.
Position
The five deputies of the article each present compelling points regarding the issue at hand. Although it could be argued that the grudge informers should not be prosecuted for their acts during
Cited: Fuller, Lon. The Morality of Law. New Haven: Yale University Press, 1969.