Apr 2023
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!
Apr
07
The "Cure" for the "Sickness of the National Spirit"
by Sargent Shriver Peace Institute
Our Quote of the Week suggests that we will not thrive as a society if we support leaders who favor partisanship over problem-solving. We need clear-eyed, honest leaders who believe in the potential we all have to summon, in the words of Lincoln, "the better angels of our nature&...
Apr
14
Media as a Public Good
by Sargent Shriver Peace Institute
Our Quote of the Week reminds us of the media's role in keeping us informed about matters of public interest, both in everyday matters and in exceptional moments. With this role comes a great deal of responsibility and power. In a 1957 speech he gave as the head of Chicago's Board of...
Apr
21
Some Thoughts for Earth Day 2023
by Sargent Shriver Peace Institute
Our Quote of the Week stresses the importance of working together to protect our environment from the many human-made threats that are endangering life on Earth. As we mark our 53rd Earth Day on Saturday, let us work to create a safer, healthier environment for all of us. And, as we continue to...
Apr
28
Why We Must Transcend
by Sargent Shriver Peace Institute
Our Quote of the Week urges us to "transcend". It is only when we can embrace the totality and complexity of our human history and culture that we can truly find connection, understanding -- and peace.This week's quote comes from a speech that Sargent Shriver made in celebration of...
