Life is full of dichotomy. There is no end to the challenges. God Himself is challenged by Satan, and believers are challenged by Amalek. For the philosophical non-believer, the usefullness of a God ethic is constantly in dispute.
So why not a libertarian message board, that tries to stick by the belief that good arguments must eventually win out over bad, be legitimately challenged to live up to that principle?
The answer is found in limited use of casuistry.
When absolute principles collide, one principle must give ground, temporarily, in the interests of preserving the overall rule. Rules are made to be broken. They should be broken only in observance of a higher principle -- whatever is applicable at the time.
Does this suggest an answer to the question I asked you to begin with?
I hope so. Maybe your answer will reach those who need to consider such troubles.
FReegards.
-Avoiding Sulla