💨 Abstract

Outgoing US President Joe Biden presented the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 15 individuals, including former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, controversial philanthropist George Soros, actor Denzel Washington, and scientist Bill Nye. The awards were given in recognition of their contributions to shaping American culture and causes. George Soros, a Jewish immigrant who escaped Nazi occupation, was praised for his work in supporting open societies, rights and justice, and equality.

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