2: SARGENT SHRIVER... he is currently Chairman of the Special Olympics. He was organizer and first director of the Peace Corps, elevating it to become one of the most successful programs of the Kennedy Administration. SHRIVER headed president Johnson's War On Poverty in the 60's. During his tenure he also created VISTA, Headstart, Job Corps and many other successful programs. He recently received the Medal of Freedom from President Clinton - the country's highest civilian honor.
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