Sargent Shriver

A Senator Remembered for the Wrong Reason

Al Eisele | Posted 05.14.2012

Al Eisele

Earlier this month, the St. Louis University School of Law paid tribute to the late Sen. Tom Eagleton by hosting a celebration of the Missouri Democra...

Happy Thanksgiving

Mark Shriver | Posted 01.21.2012

Mark Shriver

This is my first Thanksgiving without my dad. Not a day goes by that I don't miss him greatly, but not a day goes by that I don't thank God for blessing me with such a role model.

Republican Reasoning: Why 2008 Was the Year for Occupying and Protesting Wall Street

Michael Shank | Posted 12.12.2011

Michael Shank

I am surprised that they did not happen in 2008 at the height of the financial collapse. We've known the root of this discontent for years, if not decades. It has to do with America's growing poverty and income inequality rates.

A Call to Peace

John Bridgeland | Posted 11.20.2011

John Bridgeland

Fifty years ago, the dream of sending thousands of Americans abroad to foster peace and prosperity became reality with the signing of the Peace Corps Act on September 22, 1961.

Let's Continue To Answer Sargent Shriver's Call To Serve

Kevin F. F. Quigley | Posted 08.02.2011

Kevin F. F. Quigley

As the Peace Corps celebrates its 50th anniversary, each of us can be inspired to serve and make a difference by taking a moment to reflect on the contributions Sargent Shriver.

Amidst Congressional Cuts, the Bipartisan Case for the Peace Corps

Rep. Mike Honda | Posted 05.25.2011

Rep. Mike Honda

Through war and conflict, Peace Corps volunteers have delivered to the world an inspiring, uplifting side of humanity that reflects Americans' better nature -- service to others in the common cause of global peace and development.

We Need a New System for Service

Stanley S. Litow | Posted 05.25.2011

Stanley S. Litow

The recent passing of former Peace Corps director Sargent Shriver gave us all a somber reminder about the power and beauty found in serving others.

Children and Deficits -- Cause and Effect

Christopher Brauchli | Posted 05.25.2011

Christopher Brauchli

The childhood shows the man, As morning shows the day. John Milton, Paradise Lost Republicans have begun describing how the United States...

Sargent Shriver: Justice and Peace Shall Kiss

Lonna Saunders | Posted 05.25.2011

Lonna Saunders

"Kindness and truth shall meet; justice and peace shall kiss" from Psalm 85 epitomizes for me the life of Robert Sargent Shriver Jr.

It's Time for the Peace Corps Administration to Wake Up and Reform

Rajeev Goyal | Posted 05.25.2011

Rajeev Goyal

Though I never met Sarge Shriver, I know he would have wanted us to use his passing away as a chance to propel the Peace Corps to greatness again.

When Tragedy Inspires Love

Kari Henley | Posted 11.17.2011

Kari Henley

Gabrielle Giffords smiled, Sargent Shriver was honored in a memorial service Saturday, and our nation is experiencing a wave of open-heartedness that offers such a refreshing change from the exhaustive finger-pointing of politics.

Sargent Shriver Funeral Mass Held In Maryland

The Huffington Post/AP | Posted 05.25.2011

POTOMAC, MARYLAND (AP) -- R. Sargent Shriver was honored Saturday as much for his passion for helping others as his loving hugs and enjoyment of baseb...

Obama and the Significance of the JFK Inaugural 50 Years On

William Bradley | Posted 05.25.2011

William Bradley

Why, 50 years after the fact, did official Washington celebrate the inauguration of a most imperfect man who served less than one term as president, a...

Sarge

David Israel | Posted 05.25.2011

David Israel

Sarge Shriver was the Democratic Reagan. The first time I ever voted, I voted for Sarge Shriver. While I have voted in every election since, I have never voted for a better man.

Remembering Sargent Shriver

Marian Wright Edelman | Posted 05.25.2011

Marian Wright Edelman

When Sargent Shriver passed away on January 18 at age 95, we lost a man whose life's work improved the lives of millions of people around the world.

It Is Social Entrepreneurs Who Carry the Kennedy Mantle Today

Paul Orzulak | Posted 05.25.2011

Paul Orzulak

It may be hard to see the words of John Kennedy reflected in our current political debate today. But it's nice to see that the principles they espoused are hard at work across the globe.

Sargent Shriver: Another Giant Has Fallen

George Mitrovich | Posted 05.25.2011

George Mitrovich

Sargent Shriver was one of the most attractive, dynamic, and accomplished men of his time. When President John F. Kennedy chose Mr. Shriver to create the Peace Corps in 1961, it was a brilliant choice.

Honoring Sargent Shriver

Alan Khazei | Posted 05.25.2011

Alan Khazei

While we mourn the loss of Sarge Shriver, we also celebrate his extraordinary life. And we should challenge ourselves, to do what Sarge did so inspirationally -- try to make a difference and bring more peace and justice to our world.

We Do This For Young People: In Tribute to Sargent Shriver

Russell Simmons | Posted 05.25.2011

Russell Simmons

Let's show our gratitude to the living legacy of Sargent Shriver by motivating and organizing millions of new young people to register to vote and to take back responsibility in our communities.

Wanted: Modern-Day Sargent Shrivers

Rep. Mike Honda | Posted 05.25.2011

Rep. Mike Honda

America lost one of its shining lights this week. Sargent Shriver, an unfaltering beacon for peace and an indefatigable bastion against poverty, was a tireless bearer of burdens of those less fortunate.

Sarge Changed Our World and Us

John Bridgeland | Posted 05.25.2011

John Bridgeland

Most people do not get to meet their heroes. I became friends with mine. Sargent Shriver inspired people around the world to believe in themselves and their capacities to solve tough problems.

Sarge's Dream

Laurence Leamer | Posted 05.25.2011

Laurence Leamer

Sargent Shriver was ninety-five and lived an incredibly rich and productive life, and much of my sadness today is about his greatest creation, the Peace Corps -- a great organization which has surely been neglected and lost its way.

Sargent Shriver, the Quiet Hero, 1915-2011

Robert L. Cavnar | Posted 05.25.2011

Robert L. Cavnar

This great generation of Kennedys and Shrivers served as an example to us all. Sarge was the last, and probably the most humble, but his life of quiet service shouted to us all.

Remembering Sargent Shriver

Pat Waak | Posted 05.25.2011

Pat Waak

Traveling with Sarge throughout his presidential campaign, I met numerous former volunteers and heard the stories of the early days of Peace Corps.

Sargent Shriver Dead: Former VP Nominee Dies At Age 95

AP | JESSICA GRESKO | Posted 05.25.2011

BETHESDA, Md. — Bound by marriage to the nation's most powerful political family, R. Sargent Shriver showed his commitment to service not throug...