Jan 2021
On our blog, we share our Quote of the Week as well as other insights about our work and about our community. As our society continues to struggle with some of the same issues that Sargent Shriver focused on -- poverty, racism, inequality, war -- we believe it's important to share our stories with each other. Do you have a story to share about Sargent Shriver or about one of the issues he cared about? Share your story with us by emailing it to info@sargentshriver.org. Maybe we'll post it here!
Jan
04
"We will not let one another fall"
by Sargent Shriver Peace Institute
Our first Quote of the Week for 2021 sets a collective intention for us all: to work for a society in which all of us are cared for when we are in need and are given opportunities to live life to our full potential.In a 1996 Address to the Frederick County Democratic State Central Committee,...
Jan
11
"Truthfulness and honesty in public life"
by Sargent Shriver Peace Institute
Our Quote of the Week places emphasis on one of the most important qualities a political leader can have at any time, and particularly in this moment: the ability to tell the truth.This week's quote comes from Sargent Shriver's 1972 Graduation Speech at St. Ignatius, an address he gave while...
Jan
15
Learning from King and Shriver on this Historic Day
Our Quote of the Week allows us to see the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through the eyes of Sargent Shriver. Today we honor Dr. King, who was born on January 15, 1929, and whose life we celebrate on this Martin Luther King Day. We also remember Sargent Shriver, who passed away on this day in...
Jan
18
Some Thoughts on Impeachment
by John Bouman
John Bouman is the retired President of the Shriver Center on Poverty Law, and a good friend of the Sargent Shriver Peace Institute.When confronted with the case for Trump's impeachment based on his incitement of the January 6 attack on the Capitol, few of his defenders mount an actual defense....
Jan
25
Remembering Our Common Humanity in a Moment of Struggle
by Sargent Shriver Peace Institute
Our Quote of the Week serves as an important reminder during this moment of struggle in the US and throughout the world: that no matter our background and circumstances, we all have the same basic needs, and we are spiritually connected to each other by our common humanity.This week's quote is...
