Michael Jordan to Receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

Posted Nov 16, 2016
Today, President Barack Obama named 21 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, and Michael Jordan is among this year's recipients. Also among this year's recipients are Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Vin Scully. The awards will be presented at the White House on November 22nd. (WhiteHouse.gov)

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