Peace Corps isn’t just about helping others − it’s a key part of US public diplomacy
- Written by Thomas J Nisley, Professor of Government and International Affairs, Kennesaw State University
Peace Corps volunteers pose with the U.S. flag after they are sworn in during a 2002 event in Burkina Faso. Issouf Sanogo/AFP via Getty Images Since President Donald Trump returned to the White House in January 2025, his administration has slashed the work of many U.S. government agencies, including those focused on foreign policy. Now, there is...
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