On Saturday, President Biden announced nineteen recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. This prestigious award is meant to recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, advanced world peace, or achieved remarkable accomplishments in societal, public, or private endeavors.
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“President Biden believes great leaders keep the faith, give everyone a fair shot, and put decency above all else,” the White House said in a statement. “These nineteen individuals are great leaders who have made America and the world a better place. They are great leaders because they are good people who have made extraordinary contributions to their country and the world.”
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