President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 17 people. Most of them have donated money to Democrats.
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President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 17 people on Thursday. An Insider review of federal and state campaign finance data shows that most of the recipients have also made financial contributions to Democrats — some to the tune of tens of thousands of dollars. All in all, 13 of the 17 recipients — they range from long-time civil rights advocates, to professional athletes, to well-known public servants — have contributed money to Democrats.
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Main Idea: President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 17 people, and an Insider review found that most of them have given money to Democrats.
Key Points:
- Thirteen of the 17 medal recipients had made political donations to Democrats, according to federal and state records reviewed by Insider.
- Simone Biles and Sister Simone Campbell were among the recipients who did not appear to have given to Democrats.
- The article says some recipients donated small amounts, while others gave much larger sums over time.
- The report notes that the award can carry political overtones, since past presidents have also honored people linked to their own parties.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The medal picks may look political because many recipients gave to Democrats, which can deepen voter distrust in public honors.
Positive Impact
The awards can still highlight civil rights, public service, and social causes that may inspire communities and voters.
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