Larry Fitzgerald Jr Role Model

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Author Elie Wiesel once said, “Let us not forget, after all, that there is always a moment when the moral choice is made. Often because of one story or one book or one person, we are able to make a different choice, a choice for humanity, for life.” Ethics is a philosophical ideal, and it seeks to understand and justify those moral standards that are appropriate to the occupations that one chooses to advance in.
Larry Fitzgerald Jr. is an NFL receiver for the Arizona Cardinals and established the Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund. This program helps kids and their families by funding positive activities for kids during the summer and throughout the year, helping kids and families in crisis, and offering health-related organizations that work with families. The all star receiver strives for excellence both on and off the field by being one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history, as well as being one of the most active NFL players in his community.
Mr. Fitzgerald was nominated and was one of three winners for one of the most prestigious awards in all of sports, The Walter
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'Charlie Hustle.' I want people to say, 'Wherever he was, he was always giving it his all.” Mr. Payton left a great hole in the hearts of the NFL community, because his skill on the field, and his willingness to give his all to people no matter any differences. Walter Payton inspired Mr. Fitzgerald to do great things on and off the turf, to be excellent in all of his endeavors, and Larry does not long for much in return.
Ethics and morality revolve around the concepts of good and evil, doing what is right or what is wrong.. Every decision people make shapes their life either for the better or for the worse. Larry Fitzgerald’s actions of doing what is right for his community has made me think of my moral compass, and how I can improve it. Because of him, I strive to be a better person, by helping my community in any way I

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