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Charlie Kirk is the Founder and President of Turning Point USA, the largest and fastest growing conservative youth activist organization in the country with over 250,000 student members, over 150 full-time staff, and a presence on over 2,000 high school and college campuses nationwide. Charlie is also the Chairman of Students for Trump, which aims to activate one million new college voters on campuses in battleground states in the lead up to the 2020 presidential election. His social media reaches over 100 million people per month and according to Axios, he is one of the "top 10 most engaged" Twitter handles in the world. He is also the host of “The Charlie Kirk Show,” which regularly ranks among the top news shows on Apple podcast charts.
Charlie Kirk Visits Dennis Prager in Hospital: Why He Says America Is Doing Better Than Him
Charlie Kirk shares an emotional hospital visit with Dennis Prager, who faces serious medical challenges but remains razor-sharp and joyful. In a powerful moment, Prager updated his famous response to "How are you doing?", for years he said "better than my country," but now declares "my country is doing better than me." Despite defying doctors' expectations, Prager told Kirk he's more grateful than ever, not angry at God, and still believes "more than ever." Kirk brought him the Book of Numbers from Prager's Rational Bible series with one message: finish Leviticus. President Trump personally called to encourage him. Kirk asks for continued prayers for this American hero who embodies joy and purpose even in his darkest hour.
Charlie Kirk made an extraordinary cross-country trip to visit Dennis Prager in a Los Angeles hospital. The journey took him from Palm Beach to Phoenix to Colorado, then Phoenix to LA, and back to Palm Beach before heading to Phoenix again. With Prager's permission, Kirk shared details of this deeply personal visit with a man he considers a mentor and one of the most important defenders of Western Civilization.
Dennis Prager, host on the Salem Radio Network and author of the Rational Bible series, "Happiness Is a Serious Problem," "Think a Second Time," and "Still the Best Hope," is facing very serious medical challenges. While Kirk could not share specific medical details, he made clear the situation is grave.
A Powerful Update to a Famous Answer
During the visit, Kirk and Prager were able to communicate, though it took time for multiple reasons. What emerged was something profoundly powerful. For the last five years, whenever someone asked Dennis Prager "How are you doing?" he would respond with the same answer: "I'm doing better than my country."
But Prager has now updated that response. He told Kirk that he now answers: "My country is doing better than me."
There are two elements to this answer, Kirk explained. Prager acknowledges he's not doing great, though he is getting better and fighting hard. But more importantly, he sees his country in a much better spot, in a much better position than before. He sees what President Trump is doing and believes America is headed in the right direction.
Presidential Encouragement and Defying the Odds
President Trump personally called Dennis Prager to encourage him and tell him to keep fighting. Prager was deeply touched by this gesture and, in characteristic humility, said "that says more about President Trump than about me."
Despite everything he's facing, Prager still radiates joy, happiness, and laughter. Kirk emphasized that God has protected Prager's mind—it remains razor sharp. Prager told Kirk he's "a changed man" and that he has more gratitude now than ever before.
Kirk used this as a lesson for his audience: if you think you're having a bad day, you need to count your blessings.
Multiple doctors have been surprised by Prager's progress. Kirk believes "the hand of God is on Dennis," as he has defied the odds and continues to do so.
A Reason to Keep Fighting: Finish Leviticus
Kirk brought Prager a meaningful gift during his visit—Prager's own book, the Rational Bible: Numbers. Prager had appeared on Kirk's program not long ago promoting this latest addition to his Rational Bible series.
Kirk laughed as he told Prager he brought the book for a specific reason: "because it's not your last one." The book of Leviticus is not yet finished and has not been sent to the editor. Kirk told him: "Now you have a reason to get out of here and to keep on fighting." Prager smiled at this.
Faith Stronger Than Ever
Kirk asked Prager a deep question during the visit: "Are you angry at God?"
Prager answered: "No, not at all."
Kirk then asked: "Do you still believe there's a God?"
Prager's response: "More than ever."
Kirk reflected on how profound this was. Some people in similar situations conclude there's no God. Others affirm their faith more strongly. Dennis Prager falls into the latter category.
Kirk called Prager "an American hero" and admitted it was very difficult to see him in this condition, though he was grateful to witness Prager surrounded by wonderful people. He described Prager as "a living testament to Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning"—a book they even discussed during the visit.
Gratitude and Community Support
Kirk expressed gratitude for Sue and the entire Prager family for being around Dennis during this time. He also thanked Marissa, Julie, and the entire PragerU community for having his back and continuing to support him.
Despite all the physical difficulties, Prager remains joyful and full of laughter—a testament to his character and faith.
Kirk closed with a simple request: "Please pray for Dennis. The country and the civilization needs him."
