Today, under the rather dynamic, personable, and I think very farsighted leadership of Sargent Shriver, and the very unusual, highly qualified people that he has brought to his vicinity, 12,500 Americans are part of the Peace Corps.
Remarks at the Signing of the Bill Extending the Peace Corps Act
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Sometimes it is your job to go out and scout the road, to encounter and overcome the difficulties that always accompany such a vast new venture as this.
Thank you all for your welcome and for the wonderful work that you carry on.
In that pursuit, Mr. President, United States support will be gladly given.
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