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Every year, several individuals are awarded the Medal of Freedom by the President of the United States. An award that salutes them for their contributions to “making America better.”
This Saturday, 19 people are set to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom from outgoing President Joe Biden, just days before Donald Trump’s inauguration. John F. Established by Kennedy in 1963 and considered the highest civilian award in the United States, it is intended to recognize those who have contributed to the cause of “making America better.” This year, great luminaries were named, including the iconic priestess of fashion Wintour, but also Democrat Hillary Clinton and designer Ralph Lauren.
As reported New York Times The mentioned 85-year-old couturier is the first fashion designer to receive the Freedom Medal. Especially admired by Jill Biden, who wore her outfit throughout her tenure, she is known today for her visionary outfits as well as a “dedicated philanthropic business leader,” according to WWD magazine.Vogue editor-in-chief since 1988, Anna Wintour has been praised for participating in numerous charity events and raising more than $20 million for AIDS research.
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Lionel Messi and Denzel Washington
Among other beneficiaries of this award, we find loyal figures such as chef José Andrés, founder of the World Central Kitchen NGO, Hungarian-born democratic donor George Soros, who is also known to have been one of the main detractors of Donald Trump. In 2018, Joe Biden also chose to honor primatologist Jane Goodall, a great voice for environmental protection, and Bill Nye, a popularizer of American science.
The cultural world has not been spared, as U2 singer Bono, who is known for his activism. he fights especially against extreme poverty and HIV in Africa, is also awarded the Medal of Freedom. Along with him, basketball legend Magic Johnson, actors Denzel Washington and Michael J. Fox, the iconic actor of the saga. Back to the future and an active Parkinson’s disease activist, as well as soccer player Lionel Messi on the sports side.
Posthumous figures
Other awards are given posthumously. This refers to former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, better known as “Bobby” Kennedy, or “RFK,” who was assassinated while serving as a U.S. Senator from New York State. “His legacy continues to inspire those who are loyal justice, equality and public service,” the White House said, according to AFP. Finally, civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer, former defense secretary, will follow The canonization of Carter and former Michigan Gov. George Jr. Romney, recognized for their stature in history and American values.
Source: Le Figaro
