compassion
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But to say they choose to live on the street, as Pratt has, is to miss the point, to excuse our own complicity, to overlook historic policy failures, and to choose contempt over compassion.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
In a fundraiser created by a relative of the Fresno family, Sergio Leon was remembered for his “hardworking spirit” and “generous heart” and Hernandez for her warmth and compassion.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
As he poured the traditional cup of wine for the prophet, Rabbi Aft reminded his community that Elijah wanders the earth disguised as a stranger, testing humanity’s capacity for hospitality, compassion and kindness.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
The National Police Chiefs' Council said people who come forward will be "treated with care, compassion and respect".
From BBC • May 28, 2026
This came about from nothing other than his excessive compassion, which gave his soldiers more licence than is suitable to military discipline.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
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