Many artists among those who received the Medal of Honor from President Obama today.
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Steven Spielberg received the Medal of Honor. Obama also presented the medal to Barbara Streisand, Gloria Estefan, James Taylor and 13 other recipients who included scientists and activists. The medal is prestigious for its historic value. Usually candidates put in decades of work before even being considered.
Questions regarding rescinding Bill Cosby’s award were not addressed.
Clinton also gave Spielberg a medal, the Liberty Medal.
Source: NBC