#PresidentialMedalofFreedom

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Professional tennis player who won three Grand Slam singles titles. He started to play tennis at six years old. He was the first black player selected to the United States Davis Cup team, and the only black man ever to win the singles title at Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian Open. He retired in 1980.Ashe is believed to have acquired HIV from a blood transfusion he received during heart bypass surgery in 1983. He publicly announced his illness in April 1992, and began working to educate others about HIV and AIDS. He founded the Arthur Ashe Foundation for the Defeat of AIDS and the Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health before his death from AIDS-related pneumonia at the age of 49 on February 6, 1993. On June 20, 1993, he was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by United States President Bill Clinton.

[whenweallvote]

Today we're thinking of beloved Bahamian actor, trailblazer, activist, and the first Black man to win the Best Actor Academy Award — Sidney Poitier — on his heavenly 96th birthday. 

On August 12, 2009, President Barack Obama presented the 2009 Presidential Medal of Freedom to Poitier (pictured).

We hope you're resting well, King.

[phonemantra-blog]

President Biden's announcement of the recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom has highlighted a diverse array of individuals from various fields, ranging from media and entertainment to politics and activism. Let's delve into the significance of this prestigious honor and explore the notable awardees. Biden Honors Diverse Achievements The Prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom The Presidential Medal of Freedom is a highly esteemed award presented by the President of the United States to individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the nation's prosperity, values, security, or societal endeavors. It symbolizes the highest civilian honor and recognizes outstanding achievements across different spheres of society. Celebrating Excellence Across Various Fields President Biden's selection of 19 recipients for the Medal of Freedom underscores the administration's commitment to honoring excellence and diversity. Among the distinguished awardees are trailblazers in media, such as Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh and pioneering journalist Phil Donahue, whose groundbreaking work has left an indelible mark on American culture. Recognizing Visionary Leaders The list of honorees also includes prominent figures from politics and public service, such as former Vice President Al Gore and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. Their leadership and dedication to advancing democracy, environmental advocacy, and legislative priorities have shaped the nation's trajectory and inspired future generations. A Tribute to Unsung Heroes In addition to well-known personalities, the Medal of Freedom also pays tribute to unsung heroes and activists who have made significant contributions to social justice and civil rights. Individuals like civil rights activist Clarence B. Jones and educator Opal Lee exemplify the spirit of resilience and advocacy that defines the American experience.

[rodspurethoughts]

Title: Presidential Medal of Freedom Awarded to NASA's Esteemed Experts

Medals of Freedom are displayed Thursday, July 7, 2022, before a ceremony at the White House. (Official White House Photo by Cameron Smith) The White House was abuzz with excitement as President Joe Biden bestowed the Presidential Medal of Freedom upon two distinguished individuals from NASA. Dr. Ellen Ochoa, former center director and astronaut at Johnson Space Center, and Dr. Jane Rigby,…

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Post: Clarence B. Jones, Opal Lee, Medgar Evers among 19 to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom https://www.blaqsbi.com/5QYZ

[kelseyraeartistnpc]

🔮✨ Horoscope for February 28th: Today's cosmic alignment encourages you to tap into your inner power and potential! On this day in 1985, singer and activist Helen Keller, who overcame significant challenges, was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her tireless advocacy for people with disabilities. Let her remarkable journey inspire you to persevere in the face of adversity and advocate for positive change! 🌟💫

[seemystrength]

A Young Cicely Tyson

The Trailblazer

[monriatitans]

The Neverending Reading List: Book VII

The True Believer: Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Movements by Eric Hoffer

A stevedore on the San Francisco docks in the 1940s, Eric Hoffer wrote philosophical treatises in his spare time while living in the railroad yards. The True Believer—the first and most famous of his books—was made into a bestseller when President Eisenhower excited it during one of the earliest television press conferences.

Completely relevant and essential for understanding the world today, The True Believer is a visionary, highly provocative look into the mind of the fanatic and a penetrating study of how an individual becomes one.

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ERIC HOFFER (1902—1983) was self-educated. He worked in restaurants, as a migrant field-worker, and as a gold prospector. After Pearl Harbor, he worked as a longshoreman in San Francisco for twenty-five years. The author of more than ten books, including The Passionate State of Mind, The Ordeal of Change, and The Temper of Our Time, Eric Hoffer was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1983.

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[susanelizabethjonesart]

Bear Bryant Though he never served in the military, Paul Bear Bryant was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Ronald Reagan in February 1983. It is the nation’s highest civilian award. #bearbryant #alabama #bama #alabamafootball #sejpaints #presidentialmedaloffreedom #ronaldreagan #sec (at Carriage House Studio of Windy Acre Cottage) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeMxdH5ODGd/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[1monicaowens]

#March10 #BlackHistoryContinues 💥Did You Know: Thurgood Marshall was an American lawyer and civil rights activist who served as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from October 1967 until October 1991. Marshall was the Court's first African-American justice. Born: July 2, 1908, Baltimore, MD Died: January 24, 1993, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD Spouse: Cecilia Suyat Marshall (m. 1955–1993), Vivian Burey Marshall (m. 1929–1955) Children: Thurgood Marshall, Jr., John W. Marshall Education: Howard University School of Law (1933), Frederick Douglass High School (1925), More Awards: Spingarn Medal, Presidential Medal of Freedom #civilrightsactivist #judge #americanlawyer #firstafricanamericanjustice #howarduniversityschooloflaw #fredrickdouglasshighschool #spingarnmedal #presidentialmedaloffreedom #blackhistory (at Gainesville, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMPg9JkjzH1xBTRXjm9JtmFBpRUqgfOUfI2YF40/?igshid=1mqa124j1w2bk

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Here’s my #quoteoftheday❤️ to celebrate the first day of Black History Month. I spent time last night planning for the month and have 2 friends, @seecarriecolor and @_one_heart_beat_ joining me in this collaborative endeavor 🙌🏼. In any event, #mayaangelouwisdom for the kickoff. Normal is totally overrated! Maya Angelou was a poet, writer, activist, professor, director, actress, and wrote many works over her 50 year career. She was an activist alongside MLK and Malcolm X. Just some of the awards she received: #springarn, #grammyaward and the #presidentialmedaloffreedom. Feel free to save and share with credit!..... #mayaangelouquotes #mayaangelou #crayolachalk #blackhistorymonth2021 #hopeliveshere #cltchalk #chalkthewalk #chalkyourwalk #chalkart #roots #iknowwhythecagedbirdsings #cltiscreative #sidewalkinspiration #teachthechildrenwell #chalkart #sidewalkrevolution #makeitwithmichaels #cltartist #chalkforracialjustice #charlottechalk #blackhistoryisamericanhistory #chalkyourwalk #artwillhealtheworld #vandalettering #amplifymelanatedvoices #itsnotamovementitsarevolution #amplifyblackvoices https://www.instagram.com/p/CKyJaZJs1yd/?igshid=yz0937s70s2f

[moneknows]

‪I met Toni Morrison while she was the Albert Schweitzer Chair at my alma mater @ualbany in 1985. We had a great conversation about my hair which I had cut short and had dyed cranberry red. ‬ ‪She was one of our greatest and I am heartbroken 💔‬💔💔 : #ToniMorrison #RestInPower #illustration #art #literature #icon #nobelprize #pulitzer #presidentialmedaloffreedom #americanbookaward #novelist #professor #historian #moneknows https://www.instagram.com/p/B00051pA1Wb/?igshid=vlycdgd64e5s

[nationalsportsemblem-blog]

In 1983, astronaut and astrophysicist Sally Ride became the first American woman in space aboard the space shuttle Challenger. In 2001, she started her own company to create educational programs and products to help inspire girls and young women to pursue their interests in science and math. Ride served as president and CEO. For her contributions to the field of science and space exploration, Ride received the NASA Space Flight Medal and the NCAA's Theodore Roosevelt Award. She was also inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame and the Astronaut Hall of Fame. In 2013, President Obama posthumously awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom. . . . #sallyride #sallyrideforever #nasa #space #outerspace #challenger #womenshistorymonth #famouswomen #famouswomeninhistory #astronaut #astrophysicist #spaceshuttle #nationalwomenshalloffame #lgbt #presidentialmedaloffreedom #history #rolemodel (at Port Orange, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu_pQGqlmjo/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=78xiwzpyxe7v

[tonyaknox]

Job Well Done Sir, Job Well Done👏🏾 #presidentialmedaloffreedom #oscarwinner #civilrightsactivist #rip https://www.instagram.com/p/CYb2wdmlcFh/?utm_medium=tumblr

[johncerilli]

Today’s artifact from the @YogiBerraMuseum I’m highlighting is the posthumously awarded and very well deserved #PresidentialMedalofFreedom. Bestowed upon #Yogi by President @BarackObama in 2015, Yogi’s eldest son Larry accepted on his behalf. Come see it and the accompanying video of the ceremony. ⚾️🏅 (at Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXhoRcbs3QO/?utm_medium=tumblr

[seemystrength]

Cicely Tyson

Her Accomplishments

Cicely Tyson was a pioneering actress whose career spanned over seven decades. Here are some of her notable accomplishments:

Emmy and Tony Award Winner: Tyson was the first African American woman to win an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Television Movie for "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman" in 1974. She also won a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for "The Trip to Bountiful" in 2013.

Trailblazing Career: Tyson broke barriers and paved the way for future generations of black actresses, playing complex, fully-realized characters in film, television, and on stage. She was known for her dignity, grace, and authenticity in portraying black women in a variety of roles, from enslaved women to civil rights activists to strong-willed matriarchs.

Lifetime Achievement Awards: Tyson was the recipient of numerous lifetime achievement awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2019, and a Kennedy Center Honor in 2015.

Activism and Philanthropy: Tyson was a dedicated activist and philanthropist, supporting causes such as education, civil rights, and the arts. She served as a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF and was a founding member of the Dance Theatre of Harlem.

Author: Tyson wrote a memoir, "Just As I Am," which was published just days before her death in 2021. The book chronicled her life and career, including her struggles and triumphs as a black actress in Hollywood.

Cultural Icon: Tyson's talent, grace, and authenticity made her a beloved cultural icon. She was an inspiration to countless people, breaking down barriers and paving the way for future generations of black actresses.

Legacy: Tyson's legacy as a pioneering actress and humanitarian has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. She continues to inspire and empower people today with her trailblazing spirit and unwavering dedication to making a positive impact on the world.