A Touchdown for Hope: What David Muir's North Carolina Boy Wish Story Reveals About Us The heartwarming tale of Asher Harvey, a six year old boy battling a congenital heart defect, scoring his first touchdown in an NFL stadium after being signed by the Carolina Panthers, has captured hearts across America.
The moment, shared by ABC News' David Muir, is undeniably uplifting – but it's what lies beneath this feel good story that raises important questions about our society.
As Asher overcame incredible odds to achieve his dream, many people couldn't help but think of the countless others facing similar challenges every day.