Ethics and Translation: Do Translators Have a Choice?

We are all human. We have our thoughts, our beliefs, our opinions. And sometimes we have to translate texts that are as different as can be from what we believe in and hold to be true. The decision as to how to render words and ideas can instantly become much more complicated. Which is precisely why I would like to share with you this brilliant post by a fellow translator. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I did.