Jake Tapper

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Score 106

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When faced with death, Ben has chosen to provide us with a reminder of light and grace.

That takes courage. He has shared with the world a kind of hope that can only come from deep-rooted faith.

Sending love to your family -- keep fighting the good fight.

Ben Sasse

@BenSasse

22d

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, 5:56:16 PM

The statement is a supportive and compassionate response to Ben Sasse's public announcement about his terminal illness. It acknowledges his courage and faith, and offers love and encouragement to him and his family.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement adheres to the principle of doing no harm with words and actions by offering support and encouragement. [+2]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
The statement promotes understanding, empathy, and compassion by recognizing Ben's courage and faith, and by sending love to his family. [+2]
Principle 6:
I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
The statement uses influence for the betterment of society by spreading a message of hope and support in a difficult situation. [+1]