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Tributes

After Eunice Kennedy Shriver died in August 2009, letters of tribute poured in from around the world. She was mourned by Special Olympics athletes, professional athletes, celebrities, world leaders—and many more. These tributes below just begin to show the impact and scope of Eunice's work to build a more inclusive society.

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A Letter from The Arc of the United States

Over the course of her remarkable career, Ms. Shriver led many successful efforts to improve national civil rights, housing, and employment policies.
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A Letter from Billy Graham

She was not only a longtime friend, but a wonderful counselor.
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A Letter from Mrs. Nancy Davis Reagan

She deserves all of this and more for her generosity, her kindnesses and her devotion to the Special Olympics, which has brought dignity and acceptance to exceptional athletes around the world.
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A Letter from Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro

She was an extraordinary woman who accomplished so much for men and women with intellectual disabilities and others in need.
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A Letter from Cardinal Roger Mahony

Eunice's founding of the Special Olympics helped our society to know that every human person is unique and special just because he or she is.
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A Letter from Oprah Winfrey

Eunice Shriver lived as a champion, and I admired her so much.
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A Letter from Robert Y. H. Shi and Yan Lan

She was an extraordinary woman who inspired us all.
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A Letter from Shi Derong

Her passion and devotion will always inspire me.
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A Letter from Congressman Steny Hoyer, In Memoriam

This program, through her efforts, has done more to promote inclusion, understanding, and respect than anything before.
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A Letter from President Jimmy Carter

The success and growth of the Special Olympics is a fitting legacy.
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A Letter from Nelson Mandela

Our deepest sympathies to both your families and Special Olympics at this difficult time.
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A Letter from Fernando Ceballos

She changed my life as you know.
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