An Ethics Guide for Local Government Officials

Produced by the Fourth Cohort of the
Northern Virginia Public Service Fellows Program
George Mason University
Fairfax, Virginia

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Discussion Dilemma 1: Fudging the Numbers


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In this dilemma, you must choose between nothing and the truth.

Watch the video and discuss these questions:

  • What are the competing values at play in this scenario?

  • Would you submit the grant application?

  • How certain would you have to be regarding the program information, before you would submit it?

  • Would the perceived importance, value, or popularity of the program make a difference regarding your decision?

  • How could you avoid this dilemma in the future?

Rev. Mar. 19, 2008
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