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President Biden named nineteen recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, including Mike Bloomberg. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavors.
Mike Bloomberg said, “I’m deeply honored to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Biden. But this honor doesn’t just belong to me. I hope everyone who has worked at Bloomberg and Bloomberg Philanthropies over the years, or served New York City during our administration, takes pride in what we have been able to achieve together.”
President Biden said, “From finance to media to philanthropy, Michael Bloomberg has revolutionized our economy. He’s transformed how we consume information. He’s changed us. He’s challenged us as well, to solve the toughest challenges, from gun violence to climate change. And as mayor, he rebuilt the City of New York after 9/11, channeling our spirit of resilience as a nation and a beacon to the world. Michael, thank you Mr. Mayor.”
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