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Our father called it a war — and his words hold up today

Our father called it a war — and his words hold up today

Summary

Sargent Shriver's memoir, recently found, gives a firsthand story about the War on Poverty. It shares his experiences and views on this U.S. government effort to reduce poverty.

Key Facts

  • The memoir was recently discovered.
  • It was written by Sargent Shriver.
  • The book gives a personal account of the War on Poverty.
  • The War on Poverty is a U.S. government program aimed at reducing poverty.
  • Sargent Shriver was involved in the War on Poverty efforts.
  • The memoir includes Shriver’s perspective on how the program was like a war.
  • It helps explain the history of poverty-fighting policies in the U.S.
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