"There's a lot of tough days where I just, I wanna sometimes just give up and I wanna just stop and it's hard to live with, but there's a lotta kids who have more challenges in life, and I'm pretty fortunate.". The whole world knows him. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. Almost everything in this bill is simply an extension of theprograms that Republicans were wildly enthusiastic about back when theywere in charge of the White House and the Senate. And I appreciate them for it. They really focus on the child, rather than just the medical condition. This isn't just some kind of atheoretical -- a point that I'm trying to make. ", "It was a very emotional moment for us," Gill said. It's a lot of fun.This is a special place. His service and leadership have helped many people in the police force. Let's restart the program thatallows for kids to apply for asylum in their home country in places likeHonduras and Guatemala instead of waiting until they get here. Alec earns his income through various commercials or his social media accounts. The spokesperson for well-known Shriners Hospitals is Alec Cabacungan. I mean they're largely performanceart. With 22 hospitals all around North America, that means he's on the road about 80 days a year. However, his Social media accounts are yet not verified. ", First published on December 1, 2019 / 9:24 AM. I'd be lying toyou if I said that it doesn't, but it gets to me every now and then.WALLACE (on camera): But it doesn't sound like you're two down for toolong.CABACUNGAN: I'm not. That's something that Republicans andDemocrats should be able to agree on very soon.WALLACE: Senator Murphy, thank you. It was tough., Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. Shriners Hospital for Children in Chicago has been extremehelpful in my life.WALLACE: Still, there's no cure, so Alec lives with his disease.CABACUNGAN: I've broken over 60 bones in my lifetime. He earns his income through various commercials and social media accounts, though his accounts have yet to be verified. No criminal, no person with serious mental illness should beable to get their hands on a gun. He was born on June 14, 1933 in Narvacan, Iloc California is getting$41 billion and California has had record tax receipts, record taxreceipts. read image description. 7. Copyright 2021 ASC Services II Media, LLC. His longtime physician at Shriners in Chicago is orthopedic surgeon Dr. Peter Smith, an expert in brittle bone disease. It's a demanding job for anyone, let alone someone whose bones are about as fragile as a tea cup. Ninety percent of Americans supportthem. We're not going to face an inflation problem,we're going to be sitting on an economy that is going to grow twice as fastas it would have without this bill. Physical therapy helps, but there is no cure. Take a look at the summer of 2020. (END VIDEOTAPE)SPUNT (on camera): While Leader McCarthy is visiting the border tomorrow,there are no plans at least publicly yet for the president to do so, thoughthe calls are growing for him to do so from both sides of the aisle --Chris.WALLACE: David Spunt reporting from Delaware -- David, thank you.And joining us now, Republican Senator Bill Cassidy.Senator, welcome back to "FOX News Sunday".SEN. Along with inspiration, hard work and devotion also sell well. He has a rare genetic disorder called osteogenesis imperfecta, or OI. We need more journalists with disabilities. Check out How Wakaso Reacted to Atsu's Death, BREAKING! Despite physical challenges, he keeps moving forward. (Very Influential Person) that has an inspiring success story we could capture? Though his Wikipedia does not exist yet, Alec's name could be seen displayed on IMDb. If he came out and said, goand get vaccinated, it's really important for your health, the health ofyour family and the health of the country, it seems absolutely inevitablethat the vast majority of people who are his close followers would listento him. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Idon't know that it's sustainable as these allegations pile up for him toremain silent.WALLACE: Karl, I remember two years ago when just about every nationalDemocrat called on the governor of Virginia, Ralph Northam, to resign aftera photo appeared in a yearbook allegedly of him in blackface.Last time I checked, Ralph Northam is still the governor of Virginia. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. I've gotten injured a couple of times.But I love it so much. Shriners, known for their tall crimson hats, is a fraternal brotherhood that's been doing charity work for more than 150 years. You don't want to miss this. They're not doing that.WALLACE: Senator Cassidy, thank you. "This place is very special to me," he said. And when you see a plateau,we're very pleased by the sharp decline that you've shown. June 14, 1933 - Jan. 25, 2018 Suisun Miguel Cabusora Funtanilla passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 25, with his family by his side, at the age of 84. And now, in his moment of need, he is finding himself veryisolated.Him and Chuck Schumer have a terrible relationship. He's the SpokesKid for Shriners Hospitals for Children. This is so they can spread the hospitals message because they probably have their own personal media platform (like a blog or podcast). It worked for him in the campaign. President Biden's own staff keep calling thislegislation, quote, the most progressive bill in American history. Cabacungan is quick to note others have it worse, and hes fortunate to have the support system he does, mentioning family and friends, neighbors and coaches, hospital staff and teachers. You get very little chance to actually ask follow-up questions. Everyone has helped me think positive, Cabacungan said, crediting his support system. That's the sort of thing which should not be included.WALLACE: But you would agree, hundreds of billions dollars go in economicstimulus to people and the businesses that have been hit hard by thispandemic?CASSIDY: Yes, I agree with that. I don't see any stumbling blocks in that.The only thing that you always have to be careful of is that if, in fact,getting back to our conversation a few moments ago, we don't pay attentionto that plateauing and more states essentially pull back all public healthmeasures, we could have a surge back up. His social media accounts, however, have yet to be validated. You have proposed similarlegislation in the Senate. If, in fact, we do that and we vaccinated people at the rate that wejust referred to a few minutes ago, I think the Fourth of July projectionis really quite reasonable. More than 8,500 unaccompanied minors, 8,500,are now being held in HHS shelters. 135. Alec doesnt see himself as disabled. A stress fracture in his shin. That was 171 percentincrease February of 2021 over February of 2020.How much responsibility, Senator, do you think President Biden and hischange in policies in these first 50 days, how much responsibility does hebear for the surge at the border?CASSIDY: Empirically, it is entirely. Hes like one of our family. "I used to be known as just that kid in the wheelchair, and now I'm Alec on the commercials, and that's special to me," said 17-year-old Alec Cabacungan of Chicago. I cannot imagine that if hecomes out that they would not get vaccinated. I don't see how he hangs -- hangs on much beyond the end of thatinvestigation. (END VIDEO CLIP)WALLACE: He and other Democrats are going to say, look, back in 2017Republicans and President Trump passed big tax cuts to benefit corporationsand the wealthy. That's not me, that's people like Larry Summers and JasonFurman.WALLACE: Well, I'm going to be asking Senator Murphy about just exactlythat in the next segment.But let me come at this one last way. "(BEGIN VIDEOTAPE)ALEC CABACUNGAN, SPOKESPATIENT, SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN: I didn'tthink I'd get as famous as I have become. Staggering snowfall in California mountains leaves residents trapped for days, SpaceX launches new crew on flight to space station, Prosecution wraps its case at Alex Murdaugh murder trial, Explosive found in checked luggage at Pennsylvania airport, feds say, Several hospitalized after Lufthansa flight diverted to Dulles due to turbulence, Colon cancer rates rising in younger age group, study finds, Firefighter dies battling blaze in downtown Buffalo, mayor says, Garland testifies before Senate panel amid ongoing special counsel probes, Top McCarthy aide, House Oversight chair each met with Ashli Babbitt's mother. If you have watched the Shriners Childrens Hospitals advertisements, you must remember this child. Respect the wheels. But the disease and his wheelchair are things hell deal with his whole life, he said, so theres no point in being negative or staying in his room all day. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, List more than one if you wish. It wouldreally be a game changer if he did.WALLACE: Dr. Fauci, thank you. The family was ecstatic when they learned of the court dedication, which occurred the week after his 16th birthday. That's the difference between the two parties.WALLACE: Meanwhile, there is another crisis, an immigration crisis, on oursouthern border. An anonymous donor who was taken with Cabacungans appearances in the Shriners commercials made a gift to the hospital, Smith said, prompting the dedication in his name of an existing basketball court in the hospitals two-story atrium and activity area. Turns out he's an encyclopedia of stats and trivia. Of course. They had the same kind of decline. But others do. That's what brought Cabacungan to Shriners in the first place a rare genetic disorder called Osteogenesis Imperfecta, better known as brittle bone disease. Alec Cabacungan is a 19-year-old man who is studying at Northwestern University and dreams of becoming a sportscaster. Since he was born, 11-year-old Alec Cabacungan has broken more than 50 bones. "I've broken over 60 bones in my lifetime," he said. Now the 16-year-old Oak Park and River Forest High School student, who has been a patient at Shriners Hospital for Children-Chicago since he was just 2 months old and is a national spokesman for it, has something to memorialize that fact. He brings a smile to everyone he meets, and has ever since he was 2 months old, Gil Cabacungan said. After some time, Cabancungan's doctor informed them about his condition and that the ailment was dangerous. This is a public health issue. Please come back, sir.FAUCI: Thank you, Chris, good to be with you.WALLACE: Up next, we'll bring in our Sunday group to discuss the fate ofNew York Governor Andrew Cuomo as more members of his own party push forhis resignation. His net worth is likely to be around $1 million or even $5 million by the time he graduates in 2021. That $41 billion is not related to COVID. He kind of caught himself because that was the Republican Senate andthe Trump economy.Now they are trying to do it by just pumping dollars in. Last month, the largest number of unaccompanied minors wasapprehended at the border, 9,400 since May of 2019. Those are quitereasonable goals and expectations. He was a member of the Fleet Reserve, American Legion and was an avid . There are few places both as hopeful and as heartbreaking as a children's hospital, especially around the holidays. Since he started doing these ads five years ago, donations have skyrocketed. It has to be our border isclosed. The danger to that same middle income familywe're concerned about, that their savings evaporate because inflation isturned on. Watch the full media interview and receive a FREE VIP Success Club invite here https://vipnetmedia.com/cms/portfolio/alec-cabacungan/Alec Cabacungan (showcase) on THE STRIP LIVE (with Maria Ngo and Ray DuGray) #VIPNetMedia #VIPcelebNET #VIPbizNET Credit: @VIPNetMediaGet your FREE VIP Access Pass and join our VIP Success Club to connect with top celebrities, entrepreneurs, executives, and industry experts Visit SuccessShowcase.com Follow us @VIPNetMedia to engage with our celebrity cast Click or tap link in bio for all access pass Who is your favorite V.I.P. The White House neverreached out seriously to Republicans. The area at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Chicago where a basketball court has been named in honor of Alec Cabacungan is filled with light, and those who know the 16-year-old Oak Parker would describe him the same way. Tony retired from the Navy as an E-7 after 26 years. "I'm short in stature, I'm wheelchair bound for the rest of my life," says Cabacungan. But, you know, I -- I figure out ways I can live mylife very happily.Welcome back to my show. Public figure. This is day number 53. You're not the cute littlekid anymore.How do you feel about that?CABACUNGAN: No, I'm not the cute little kid anymore. President Biden is going to betraveling around the country in the next few weeks saying things like this. They are very proud of their son as they never thought their son would achieve so much in their life. He was a beloved member of the New York City Police Department for over 40 years. I'll live with it until I die.". When I see that court, its always just positive moments, Cabacungan said. But I don't have to tell you even after thehorrors of Sandy Hook and the AME church in Charleston, the Senate rejectedthose.What makes you think it's going to be any different this time, sir?MURPHY: Well, you know, there's very little that's more popular in Americatoday than universal background checks. And the child tax credit will goto the families of 1 million kids in Louisiana.Senator, are you saying the people of your state don't need that money?CASSIDY: First, let me say Republicans offered an alternative whichincluded that sort of money for the people who needed it. Alec has a Youtube channel as he loves sports, and on his track, he discusses and analyses sports. A patient ambassador, the 20-year-old has become a TV . It's not theoretical, itactually happens. Not 1 million doses in aday, not 2 million, but 3 million.How did that happen, first of all? No, he's defying (ph). While there are many, chances are you may know Shriners Hospitals for Children because of one very special patient. And when we learned it was a son, and learned that he had a disability, it was quite emotional.". (END VIDEO CLIP)WALLACE: So are Larry Summers and the CBO wrong?MURPHY: Well, they are. And that the stimulus, additional stimulus to this package isestimated by some liberal economists it may ignite inflation.There's a danger here, Chris. Now let's put that in perspective. The treatment, which he calls the "Cabacungan Method," involves using a special bleaching gel that is applied to the teeth for two minutes and then removed. When a hospital hires a professional spokesman, its basically paying for someone who has instant credibility with the public. They thought that they were home free andthey weren't. It's -- I think Jonathan was absolutely right, he made a lotof enemies on his way up and they're exacting their revenge on his waydown. Market data provided by Factset. His parents were aware that something was wrong with his body when he was born, but they chose to ignore it. You can't say in Spanish one thing and in English another, one forthe consumption of those in Central America and the other for domesticconsumption.It has to be the same message. Alec makes money from ads and his social media sites. (BEGIN VIDEO CLIP)MITCH MCCONNELL, (R-KY), SENATE MINORITY LEADER: This wasn't a bill tofinish off the pandemic, it was a multitrillion dollar Trojan horse full ofbad, old, liberal ideas. All I wanted to do was give back, and I was able to do it, Cabacungan said. A broken ankle. This policy is leading to this surge, that is unmistakable.WALLACE: The headlines this morning are that the Biden administration isgoing to send FEMA officials to the border to help with the handling of theunaccompanied minors.Will that make a difference, and what does the Biden administration need todo to get a handle on this situation?CASSIDY: First, the fact they're sending FEMA tells us that the 170percent they anticipate growing to 350 percent or even a higher number.They're sending FEMA as reinforcements. Cabacungan is THAT Alec, the patient ambassador/spokesman for Shriners Children's Chicago (formerly Shriners Children's Hospital) who, through a series of commercials the past seven years, has asked people to give generously to the nationwide hospital system and receive one of those "cuddly" red Teddy bear blankets as a thank-you. And it was quite profitable. The House passed it with a bipartisan majority.Your question is, what's different? Seventy-five percent of Americanssupport it because they know that this is the moment to go big. Its hardly surprising that Alec can live comfortably with such a large net worth. CBS News Shriners, known for their tall crimson hats, is a fraternal brotherhood that's been doing charity work. Alec Cabacungan filming a TV commercial for the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Alec Cabacungan was born to parents Alma and Gill Cabacungan in 2002. On May 8th, 2002, Alec was born with a rare genetic disease called osteogenesis imperfecta. And that makes them really special, said Alma Cabacungan, adding that medical professionals there keep in mind, how can we make something happen for this child so they can participate in normal activities?. (COMMERCIAL BREAK)(BEGIN VIDEO CLIP)MAYOR BILL DE BLASIO (D), NEW YORK CITY: And it's not one, it's not two,it's not three, it's not four, it's not five, it's six women who have comeforward.GOV. Alec Cabacungan featured on Fox & Friends 1st Degree Marketing & Public Relations 72 subscribers Subscribe 35K views 4 years ago Meet Alec Cabacungan: the face of Shriners Hospitals for. Alec Cabacungan filming a TV commercial for the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Im lucky.. Alec Cabacungan (showcase), East-West Shrine Bowl, Shriners Hospitals for Children, Las Vegas VegasNET Media 431 subscribers Subscribe 199 views 9 months ago #VIPNetMedia #VIPcelebNET. Alec Cabacunganis very fond of the media field, so he is pursuing journalism at Northwestern college. Osteogenesis imperfecta, which makes for brittle bones due to a genetic defect involving collagen, has prompted several surgeries that involve inserting stainless steel rods inside the canals of bones in Cabacungans arms and legs. And, you know,they're betting internally that the public doesn't care. (END VIDEO CLIP)WALLACE: Now, conspicuous by his absence in that public serviceannouncement was President Trump. This disease is found in some people only. Alec Cabacungan earned his money by acting, and his net worth for the year (2022) is believed to be between $1 million and $5 million. It was very successful in getting usthe vaccines we have right now. Legal Statement. Correspondent Lee Cowan asked, "What did you guys think when the doctors first told you? I understand it will be tough to get to60 but, man, this is one of those few votes in which you have a chance tosave lives. (END VIDEOTAPE)WALLACE: If you'd like to make a donation to Shriners Hospitals, go to LoveToTheRescue.org.And that's it for today. These are the traits that will enable us to have fulfilling lives and successful jobs. And there's --WALLACE: Well, wait, wait, I'm -- I'm not --I'm not really saying -- I'mnot saying -- I'm not saying -- let me just make it clear, I'm not sayingthat, I'm just saying, you know, we know he can make gaffes, he can go offon tangents. On May 15, Bill Bailey (left), board of directors for Shriners International, sits with Alec Cabacungan on the newly dedicated Alec's Court at Shriners Hospital for Children (Shriners Hospitals for Children-Chicago). So I'mconfident that there will be a press conference. As per his IMDb bio, Cabacungan landed a role in the Sundance reviewed . Thisis not a political issue. People want to be confident they are receiving the best treatment available when they are ill or injured, after all. Cabacungan plays so often here, the Shriners even named the court after him. Alec Cabacungan is an actor whose estimated net worth for 2021 is $1-$5 million. (BEGIN VIDEO CLIP)JOE BIDEN, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES: All adults, people 18 and over,eligible to be vaccinated no later than May 1.By July the 4th there's a good chance you, your families and friends willbe able to get together in your backyard or in your neighborhood and have acookout or a barbecue and celebrate Independence Day. 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