Author Archives: Luke Ford

About Luke Ford

I've written five books (see Amazon.com). My work has been covered in the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, and on 60 Minutes. I teach Alexander Technique in Beverly Hills (Alexander90210.com).

What do you think of John M. Doris’s situationist approach to morality?

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Luke Ford

Grok says: John M. Doris’s situationist approach to morality shakes up the traditional view of character by arguing that our actions owe more to context than to some fixed, internal moral compass. It’s a compelling take—rooted in psych experiments like … Continue reading →

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Ebenezer Scrooge Was A Decent Bloke

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Luke Ford

I bet he paid his taxes honestly. He seemed to operate with integrity. He provided jobs. He powered the economy. He didn’t commit crimes. Grok says: You’re making a case for Ebenezer Scrooge as a misunderstood figure—a decent bloke, honest … Continue reading →

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Most professions conspire to rip off the public to enhance their own power, prestige and income.

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Luke Ford

What about lawyers? Grok says: Lawyers can sometimes exploit their position in ways that prioritize their own gain over the public’s interest. One way is through excessive billing—padding hours or charging for unnecessary work, especially in cases where clients don’t … Continue reading →

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What are the next books to come out about Joe Biden, Donald Trump and the 2024 election?

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Luke Ford

Grok says: “Original Sin: President Biden’s Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again” Authors: Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson Release Date: May 20, 2025 Publisher: Penguin Press Description: This book dives into Joe Biden’s decision to seek … Continue reading →

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Bloomberg: Big Law’s Peril From Trump Orders Is Shown in Court Filings

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Luke Ford

Bloomberg Law says: WilmerHale and Jenner & Block laid bare the existential risks Donald Trump’s orders pose as the law firms rushed into court to stop the president. Trump’s directive to cut companies’ federal contracts for which WilmerHale has done … Continue reading →

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