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Conclusion

The difference between a reason an excuse lies mainly in the purpose, with excuses meant to both obfuscate and justify, and reasons meant to explain.

At what point can a reason become an excuse?

Legitimate reasons can often morph into illegitimate excuses if left unchecked.

9/11

In the wake of the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, the U.S. government went to war in the Middle East, imposed stringent travel security measures, and stepped up domestic intelligence programs.

Ethical Dilemma

Excuse

Some argue that the U.S. government's actions were not reasoned responses, but rather they used the attacks as an excuse

*Consequence

*Evasive

*Retroactive

Reason

*Explanation

*Honest

*Preexisting

What is the Difference Between a reason and an excuse?

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