The idea that blood is thicker than water is something deep in our sense of family. Listen to your mother. Never let anyone pick on your brother. Always stand up for your family. But we are also taught: Tell the truth. Do the right thing, even when it hurts.
So consider the situation when your brother stands accused of murder and plans to disappear. What do you do? Stand by family loyalty, or obey the law and help the hunt for the wayward sibling.
For most of us, it’s a dilemma we can only imagine. But right now, in Massachusetts, a major public figure is accused of not doing enough to bring his own brother to justice. It may cost him his job.
Guests:
Peter Gelzinis, reporter, Boston Herald
David Kaczynski, brother of convicted Unabomber Theodore Kaczynski
Patricia Williams, law professor, Columbia University.