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Any idealist who tries to join the Peace Corps must realize he is

Any idealist who tries to join the Peace Corps must realize he is not going to change the world overnight. – Sargent Shriver

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As far as I was concerned, the Depression was an ill wind that blew some good. If it hadnt occurred, my parents would have given me my college education. As it was, I had to scrabble for it. – Sargent Shriver

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Respect for another mans opinion is worthy. It is the realization that any opinion is valuable, for it is the sign of a rational being. – Sargent Shriver

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I dont have to run the Peace Corps. I could live without seeing my picture in the newspapers and without being interviewed. – Sargent Shriver

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In my mind the city of Ariel is a thorn in Israels side and a serious obstacle to peace. – Theodore Bikel

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