Monthly Archives: December 2014

Jews & Gentiles

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Luke Ford

When I hear a view from within one in-group, I like to wonder out loud how it would be received if the identical view was expressed by another in-group. I’m listening to a Dec. 25 lecture by Orthodox rabbi Shlomo … Continue reading →

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On Domestic Violence

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Luke Ford

Martin van Creveld writes: In about fifty percent of all cases the violence is mutual. The remaining fifty percent are initiated almost equally by people of both sexes. Poof! Goes myth number one. Again judging by the media, women suffer … Continue reading →

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I want your help in compiling a list of ten Palestinian tech ideas that changed the world in 2014

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Luke Ford

Aryeh: “Their greatest accomplishment: Co-development of the world’s greatest defense force – the IDF. Their generous contribution in relentless scrimmage helped Israel become the world’s best Air Force, and develop so many technologies (such as the Iron Dome). They have … Continue reading →

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Evolution & Orthodox Judaism

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Luke Ford

A secular friend of mine stayed with some Orthodox Jews for a couple of days and then got in touch with me: “Ok so I’m having this crisis. I am staying with these religious people and I really like them … Continue reading →

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Foxcatcher

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Luke Ford

This movie ripped me up inside. Growing up in foster care for most of my first five years, I’m susceptible to cults and charismatic father figures. I can’t recall a movie that was more painful for me to watch because … Continue reading →

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