My point isn't exactly clear for a few reasons. First, I was using this post opportunistically to explore a topic that has been on my mind for awhile. Secondly, Eliezer makes statements that sometimes seem to support the "truth = moral good = prudent" assumption, and sometimes not.

He's provided me with links to some of his past writing, I've talked enough, it is time to read and reflect (after I finish a paper for finals).