President Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to prominent Americans, including former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, former Secretary of State John F. Kerry, and Representative James E. Clyburn.
The awardees, including major Democratic Party figures and former Vice President Al Gore, have demonstrated the power of community, hard work, and service throughout their careers.
Aside from political recipients, well-known figures from civil rights, sports, entertainment, and space exploration, like Clarence B. Jones and Opal Lee, will also be honored.
The Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian award, is meant to honor individuals for meritorious contributions to national security, world peace, and significant public or private endeavors.
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