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Congressional Research Service: 'Presidential Medal of Freedom'
August 12, 2023
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47639) on Aug. 1, 2023, entitled "Presidential Medal of Freedom" by research librarian Ben Leubsdorf.

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SUMMARY

Presidential Medal of Freedom

The Presidential Medal of Freedom is considered the U.S. government's highest civilian honor. Awarded by the President, it is often presented to individuals to rec . . .

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