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Ill-deserving the Blessings of Liberty: Ransoming Equity is a compelling blend of memoir, social critique, and historical reflection. John G. Freeman draws on his personal battle with autoimmune encephalitis to expose how chronic illness can leave individuals and families vulnerable to systemic failures in medicine, employment, and the justice system. Through vivid storytelling and careful analysis, Freeman reveals how the most vulnerable are often mistreated or overlooked by the very institutions meant to protect them. A central theme of the book is the constitutional and moral imperative that equity is law. Freeman argues that equity is not a discretionary addition to legal processes, but a foundational mandate embedded in the U.S. Constitution and the very definition of justice. He demonstrates, through historical and legal analysis, that justice without equity is incomplete and often unjust, and that every individual-especially the ill and vulnerable-must be treated with fairness and individualized consideration as a matter of law. The book is structured with a mix of personal medical records, philosophical insights, and practical advice. Freeman explores the obstacles faced in seeking proper medical care, the dangers of workplace neglect, and the devastating impact of being misunderstood or mishandled by legal authorities. He draws on lessons from history and the U.S. Constitution to argue that true justice and liberty require not only laws, but also empathy, accountability, and a commitment to equity for every individual. A unique feature of this book is its focus on medical care quality control. Freeman introduces an objective framework for measuring and improving patient care, emphasizing the importance of timely action, provider willingness, and accountability at every stage of the healthcare process. His proposed NO*WAIT system offers practical tools for healthcare organizations to track progress, identify gaps, and ensure that patients receive the attention and solutions they deserve. This approach is especially valuable for those with rare or complex conditions, where delays and miscommunication can have life-altering consequences. Ill-deserving the Blessings of Liberty is essential reading for patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, legal advocates, and policymakers. It offers a rare, firsthand perspective on the intersection of illness and institutional power, and it urges readers to recognize and correct the injustices that persist in our most critical systems.

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