Category Archives: Ethics

Explaining the Normative by Stephen Turner

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Luke Ford

Amazon.com notes: Normativity is what gives reasons their force, makes words meaningful, and makes rules and laws binding. It is present whenever we use such terms as ‘correct,’ ‘ought,’ ‘must,’ and the language of obligation, responsibility, and logical compulsion. Yet … Continue reading →

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I Passed My Youtube Ethics Review! (Satire)

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Luke Ford

YouTube Ethics Review Outcome and Contract for Luke Ford aka Fordy Date: July 20, 2025 Reviewing Board: YouTube Ethics Committee (Dr. Jane Smith, PhD in Anthropology; Dr. Robert Chen, PhD in Psychology; Dr. Emily Torres, PhD in Economics) Review Summary: … Continue reading →

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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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Does religion make people better?

Posted on January 29, 2025 by Luke Ford

Grok: The question of whether religion makes people better is complex and multifaceted, as it involves various dimensions of human behavior, ethics, and societal impact. Here are several perspectives to consider: Moral and Ethical Behavior: Pro: Many religions advocate for … Continue reading →

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What are the differences between Christian ethics and Jewish ethics?

Posted on January 29, 2025 by Luke Ford

Grok says: Christian ethics and Jewish ethics, while sharing some common ground due to their Abrahamic roots, differ in several key aspects due to theological, historical, and cultural developments. Here are some of the main differences: 1. Source of Authority: … Continue reading →

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