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Charlie Kirk's 'words were his weapons,' Tulsi Gabbard says
NBC News· 2025-09-21 21:23
Charlie lived his life as a warrior for truth and for freedom. Every single day, choosing to step into the arena armed with the Constitution, sparring through debate on the battlefield of ideas, fighting for the heart of our democratic republic and the unalienable rights endowed upon every one of us by our creator. Charlie lived what our founders envisioned.Freedom. The right to speak even when we disagree. Freedom.I may not agree with what you say, but I will fight to defend to the death with my very life. ...
Four reasons to live, according to transplant patients | Joe Scalea | TEDxCharleston
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-26 17:01
Healthcare & Surgical Procedures - The field of transplant surgery has achieved a success rate of nearly 100% due to decades of innovation and extensive training [1] - Kidney failure is a prevalent condition, affecting approximately one in seven individuals [1] - In the US, around 2 million Americans could potentially benefit from a kidney transplant, with 100,000 currently on the waiting list [1] - The standard operating room temperature is maintained at a cold 65-67 degrees Fahrenheit [1] Patient-Centric Care & Motivation - Understanding a patient's personal reasons for seeking a transplant is crucial for providing holistic care [1][2][3] - Patients' motivations for undergoing transplants often revolve around four key categories: friends and family, experiencing the world through travel, purpose through work, and faith [15] - Patients facing life-threatening illnesses offer unique perspectives on the reasons to live [15] Surgical Team Dynamics & Purpose - The surgical team's morale and focus can be significantly enhanced by recognizing the patient's personal goals [6] - The ability to find purpose in one's work is a privilege that may not be fully appreciated until it is threatened [16] - Reflecting on one's reasons for living is a valuable exercise for individuals in various roles, including coaches, parents, business owners, and leaders [17]