Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : Bush Gives Reagan Medal of Freedom
From Times Staff and Wire Reports
President Bush hailed his predecessor, Ronald Reagan, as “a true American hero” and presented him with the nation’s highest civilian award during a sentimental ceremony closing out 12 years of Republican rule at the White House. Tears mingled with laughter among former officials as effusive praise was passed around. Reagan became the first living former President to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, given to individuals to mark their contributions to America.
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