President Obama Speaks at Medal of Freedom Ceremony, Honoring Bob Dylan, Toni Morrison et al.
by BWW News Desk
- May 29, 2012
Today, May 29th, President Barack Obama awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Medal of Freedom is our Nation's highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. The Medals were presented at the White House in an afternoon ceremony. What follows is a transcript of the president's remarks. To read more about each of this year's honorees, click here.
President Obama to Award Presidential Medal of Freedom to Bob Dylan, Toni Morrison, Madeleine Albright and More, 5/29
by BWW
News Desk
- May 29, 2012
On Tuesday, May 29th, President Barack Obama will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Medal of Freedom is our Nation's highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. The Medals will be presented at the White House in an afternoon ceremony.
President Obama to Award Presidential Medal of Freedom to Bob Dylan, Toni Morrison, Madeleine Albright and More, 5/29
by BWW News Desk
- May 22, 2012
On Tuesday, May 29th, President Barack Obama will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Medal of Freedom is our Nation's highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. The Medals will be presented at the White House in an afternoon ceremony.
Edward James Olmos to Be Among Guests at Dolores Huerta BIRTHDAY Fundraiser, 4/29
by Caryn Robbins
- Apr 24, 2012
Please join Dolores Huerta on April 29, 2012 to celebrate her 82nd birthday at La Plaza de Cultura y Artes in downtown Los Angeles for an afternoon of performances, networking, food, live music, and dancing. Dolores Huerta 82nd Birthday Celebration & Foundation Fundraiser - A Zoot Suit Tardeada!
Elton John Set for Equal Rights Benefit, 1/19
by BWW
News Desk
- Jan 19, 2011
Sir Elton John will perform a concert on Wednesday, January 19 at a private home in Beverly Hills to raise funds for the American Foundation for Equal Rights. The Foundation's case, Perry v. Schwarzenegger, is the federal constitutional challenge against Prop. 8. The Foundation was victorious in federal district court earlier this year, and will argue before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on December 6.
Elton John Set for Equal Rights Benefit, 1/19
by Nicole Rosky
- Dec 1, 2010
Sir Elton John will perform a concert on Wednesday, January 19 at a private home in Beverly Hills to raise funds for the American Foundation for Equal Rights. The Foundation's case, Perry v. Schwarzenegger, is the federal constitutional challenge against Prop. 8. The Foundation was victorious in federal district court earlier this year, and will argue before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on December 6.
Stowe Arts Academy Presents 'Voices of Freedom' Award to Welz Kauffman, 4/28
by BWW
News Desk
- Apr 28, 2010
Stowe Arts Academy University Preparatory has selected Ravinia Festival President and CEO Welz Kauffman to receive its prestigious 'Voices of Freedom' Award. The prize goes to an individual whose work stands out in providing creative and educational outlets that empower students to build a better world. Kauffman was chosen by Stowe's local School Council to receive the prize for developing Ravinia Festival's REACH*TEACH*PLAY educational programs.
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