Presidential Medal of Freedom

Biden honors Greek Orthodox priest, Catholic nun with Medal of Freedom

By Adelle M. Banks — July 7, 2022
WASHINGTON (RNS) — 'For so many people and for the nation, Sister Simone Campbell is a gift from God,' Biden said.

White House to award 2 faith leaders the Presidential Medal of Freedom

By Marika Proctor — July 1, 2022
(RNS) — Sister Simone Campbell and the Rev. Alexander Karloutsos will be among the 17 Americans recognized in a ceremony at the White House on July 7th. 

C.T. Vivian adds Presidential Medal of Freedom to a lifetime of activism

By Adelle M. Banks — November 20, 2013
WASHINGTON (RNS) As one of the last surviving members of a generation of civil rights icons, the Rev. C.T. Vivian was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by the nation's first African-American president.
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