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Informationen zum Autor John W. Gardner (1912-2002) recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, was an adviser to presidents and, to many Americans, a personification of citizen participation and volunteerism in a democratic society. Gardner was Lyndon Johnsons Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, and a member of presidential panels during the Johnson, Carter, and Reagan administrations. Klappentext "As an educator and social activist, John Gardner gave so much to the benefit of our communities, states, and nation."-- The Honorable Jimmy Carter "John Gardner embodied the excellence he taught. This sampling of a noble life will keep alive the breadth of his perceptions and the depth of his commitment to a more rational, more caring society" -- Daniel Schorr, senior news analyst, National Public Radio "Intellectual, activist, gadfly, leader, dreamer, and realist, John Gardner held a wry and joyous faith in the capacity of all Americans to renew themselves and our country. This inspiring collection of his insights and his vision is his parting gift to all who share that faith-- or need to be reminded of it." -- The Honorable Timothy E. Wirth, president, United Nations Foundation "ohn always said 'leaders find the words, ' and it was never more true than in his own writings. This book is a great gift, enabling his spirit and inspiration to keep guiding our lives in meaningful directions, like the treasured mentor and companion he was for so many." -- Robert L. Joss, dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University " Living, Leading, and the American Dream is an invaluable collection of John Gardner's wise lessons on how to be a strong leader, a committed citizen, and a thoughtful, productive individual-- a true gift from a truly great man in an age when all three are so badly needed." -- Marian Wright Edelman, President, Children's Defense Fund Zusammenfassung John W Gardner (1912-2002) was a college teacher! a military intelligence officer! a philanthropic foundation executive! an author! a cabinet official! an adviser to presidents and! to many Americans! a personification of political reform and volunteerism in democratic society. Inhaltsverzeichnis Foreword (Bill Moyers). Preface. About John W. Gardner. About the Editor. PART ONE: A Life in Action-and Reflection. 1. Glimpses of My Life. Looking back I see a California boy finding his way through life, endlessly challenged, surmounting obstacles, falling on his face, always studying, always trying, always wondering. 2. In the President's Cabinet. It was terribly important to respect the difficulty of the job, to respect the best people there, to respect the good parts of those who weren't the best, and to understand the system even if it was your intention to fight it. 3. Leading Common Cause. As citizens we have every right to raise hell when we see injustice done, or the public interest betrayed, or the public process corrupted. PART TWO: The Courage to Live and Learn. 4. Personal Renewal. Life isn't a game that has a score. Nor a riddle that has an answer. Life is an endless unfolding, and if we wish it to be, an endless process of self-discovery. 5. How to Tell When You've Grown Up. It takes much longer to grow up than one might imagine. 6. The Fourth Maxim. Live, Love, Learn . . . 7. Touch the Earth. Dig your fingers into the soil. Acknowledge your roots. Know where you came from and the earth that nourished you. 8. The Qualities of Creativity. People think of creativity as a kind of psychic wonder drug, powerful and presumably painless; everyone wants a prescription. PART THREE: The Release of Human Possibilities. 9. Commitment and Meaning. We have throughout history shown a compelling need...
