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A conversation with John W. Gardner about his book, Morale

BROADCAST: Sep. 14, 1978 | DURATION: 00:46:10

Synopsis

As founder of the watchdog group, Common Cause, and as Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare (HEW) under President Lyndon Johnson, Gardner was a strong advocate for citizen participation and service. Here, he emphasizes the need to fight back against the widespread apathy of the times.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
Sep. 14, 1978

Duration
46 minutes, 10 seconds

Topics

Literature Education

People

Authors, Writers Educators

Tags

Gardner, John W., 1912-2002,---Interviews Authors, American--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes Radio programs Gardner, John W., 1912-2002,---Interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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