Quote by Sargent Shriver

I want to warn anyone who sees the Peace Corps as an alternative to the draft that life may well be easier at Fort Dix or at apost in Germany than it will be with us.

I want to warn anyone who sees the Peace Corps as an alterna

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This quote is cautioning individuals against viewing the Peace Corps as an effortless substitute for military conscription. It implies that the challenges and difficulties one might face while serving in the Peace Corps could surpass those experienced in military training or stationed abroad. By giving this warning, the quote seeks to dispel any misconceptions about the Peace Corps, emphasizing that it is not a convenient or easy way out, but rather a demanding and commitment-driven endeavor.

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