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Biden awards National Arts and Humanities Medals at the White House
President Joe Biden shares a laugh with author Amy Tan before presenting her with the National Humanities Medal during a White House ceremony awarding medals in the arts and humanities to 23 individuals. The event honored the 2021 recipients of the medals. The original award ceremony was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Both medals are the highest honors given by the US government in the arts and humanities. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)
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| Category | Arts, Culture and Entertainment |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Allison Bailey/NurPhoto |
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