I got the chance to sit down with school shooting survivor Kristina Anderson and hear her experience and advice. We talked about safety drills, ways to prevent tragedies, and different perspectives on school security.

Sabrina Butler, the first woman in the United States to be exonerated from death row, was only 17 when she was wrongfully accused of killing her infant son. She spent over six years in prison, including more than two on death row, before being found not guilty. Her story is both heartbreaking and powerful, and it profoundly shaped my perspective on the use of the death penalty.

I had the opportunity to meet Henry Friedman, a Holocaust survivor who spent 18 months in hiding as a child. Hearing his story of survival, resilience, and dedication to Holocaust education was incredibly powerful and reminded me how important it is to prevent hatred and genocide.

I had the bittersweet opportunity to meet Preston, who was living with Stage 4 lung cancer. In our conversation, he shared his thoughts on his diagnosis, spending time with family, and finding comfort in music and faith. His openness and courage made the experience deeply moving and unforgettable. Preston has since passed on. 🕊️