medals – Elon Musk described as a “parody” the presentation of the highest American civilian distinction to George Soros, a scarecrow for some Republicans
These are decorations with a heavy political meaning and which should not please the next tenant of the White House. A few days before the inauguration of Donald Trump, which will take place on January 20, Joe Biden on Saturday awarded the prestigious “Presidential Medal of Freedom” to a series of personalities.
In a White House ceremony, the president placed America’s highest civilian honor around the necks of singer and activist Bono, basketball legend Magic Johnson, fashion high priestess Anna Wintour, actors Denzel Washington or Michael J. Fox, or even designer Ralph Lauren.
An environmental defender rewarded
It also distinguished committed personalities such as chef José Andrés, founder of the NGO World Central Kitchen, and primatologist Jane Goodall, a leading voice for environmental protection. “Truly extraordinary people who have given their precious time to shaping the culture and cause of America,” praised the president.
-Among the distinguished people are also more political choices. The financier and philanthropist George Soros, a scarecrow for some of the Republicans, received the prestigious medal, recovered(…) Read more on 20minutes
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