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No Hard Knocks for Peace Corps in Downturn

Obama, recession boost interest in volunteer group

By Jason Farago,  Newser Staff

Posted Jun 2, 2009 8:12 AM CDT

(Newser) – During a commencement address last month, Barack Obama singled out the Peace Corps as an American institution dedicated to "opportunity, equality, and freedom." As the Los Angeles Times reports, the president's glowing praise—combined with Obama-era idealism and a weak job market—has...   Read full story »

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