Jun 23, 2010

Peace Corps Releases Agency Assessment and Strategy Document

Adhering to a congressional mandate that accompanied last year's record funding increase, the Peace Corps has prepared a comprehensive assessment and strategy document that examines the full scope of agency operations.

The 200 page document is available for viewing by following this link.

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Jun 22, 2010

Peace Corps Deputy Director Confirmed by Senate

The Peace Corps has a new Deputy Director.

Carrie Hessler-Radelet, nominated by President Obama last November, was confirmed by the United States Senate today.

Follow this link to read more about Peace Corps' new Deputy Director.

Jun 08, 2010

Rep. Farr Writes that “The Sword Alone Will Not Bring Peace”

In his opinion piece in Politico, Rep. Sam Farr writes that securing peace does not depend on more military funding, but rather on greater diplomatic efforts before, during, and after a conflict.  He calls for a greater balance of funding between military efforts and diplomacy, saying that an …
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