“Past cheating is a dealbreaker no matter how much time has passed”
Agree
- Character doesn't change fundamentally
- Shows how they handle temptation
- Trust would always have an asterisk
- Pattern will likely repeat
- Respect yourself enough to walk away
Disagree
- People genuinely grow and change
- One mistake doesn't define someone forever
- Context and circumstances matter
- Forgiveness is possible with real remorse
- Everyone deserves a second chance
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