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Ben Sasse
@BenSasse
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Friends-

This is a tough note to write, but since a bunch of you have started to suspect something, I’ll cut to the chase: Last week I was diagnosed with metastasized, stage-four pancreatic cancer, and am gonna die.

Advanced pancreatic is nasty stuff; it’s a death sentence.
12/23/2025, 4:07:17 PM
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The statement is a response to a public announcement about a serious personal health issue by a public figure, Ben Sasse. It expresses sympathy and calls for prayers, reflecting a compassionate and supportive tone.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does no harm and is supportive, aligning with the principle of doing no harm with words and actions. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects the privacy and dignity of Ben Sasse by not delving into unnecessary details or speculation, aligning with the principle of respecting privacy and dignity. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement promotes empathy and compassion by expressing concern and encouraging others to pray for the affected family, aligning with the principle of promoting understanding, empathy, and compassion. [+2]