Some modern writings on the implications of “On a Supposed Right to Tell Lies from Benevolent Motives” for the Kantian. You cannot lie, but the categorical imperative does not beget you yo give useful information or unnecessarily share your thoughts.

SKINNER: So, it’s no lies for the Kantian, but sometimes misleading truths are in order.

KLEMPNER: In a world where all our choices are determined by game theory (including the choice whether to tell the truth or tell a lie) something precious has been lost, the foundation of our ability to communicate with one another. That’s the point Kant is making.