[Sis-csi] Vint Cerf to be awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom

[Adrian J. Hooke]

The award ceremony at the White House will be next Wednesday afternoon, 09 
November:

>Date: Fri, 04 Nov 2005 10:40:59 -0500
>From: Carla LaFever <carlal at google.com>
>Subject: Vint Cerf to be awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom
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><http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2005/11/20051103-5.html>http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2005/11/20051103-5.html# 
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>Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipients
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>President George W. Bush today announced the recipients of the 
>Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Nation's highest civil award. 
>Established by Executive Order 11085 in 1963, the Medal may be awarded by 
>the President "to any person who has made an especially meritorious 
>contribution to (1) the security or national interests of the United 
>States, or (2) world peace, or (3) cultural or other significant public or 
>private endeavors." President Bush will honor these recipients at a White 
>House ceremony on Wednesday, November 9, 2005.
>
>Muhammad Ali is one of the greatest athletes of all time. He was the first 
>three-time heavyweight boxing champion of the world, successfully defended 
>the title 19 times, and was a Gold Medalist for the United States at the 
>1960 Olympic Games.
>
>Carol Burnett is one of America's most accomplished comediennes and 
>actresses. She debuted on Broadway in 1959 and starred for more than a 
>decade on The Carol Burnett Show. Ms. Burnett won a special place in the 
>hearts of people across America through her combination of creativity, 
>humor, and compassion.
>
>Vinton Cerf and Robert Kahn designed the software code that is used to 
>transmit data over the Internet. Dr. Cerf and Dr. Kahn have been at the 
>forefront of a digital revolution that has transformed global commerce, 
>communication, and entertainment.
>
>Robert Conquest is a historian known for his groundbreaking work on Soviet 
>history, politics, and foreign policy. More than 35 years after its 
>publication, his landmark book, The Great Terror: Stalin's Purge of the 
>Thirties, remains one of the most influential studies of Soviet history 
>and has been translated into more than 20 languages.
>
>Aretha Franklin has brought joy to millions with her music. She has nearly 
>two dozen number-one singles and has won numerous awards. Ms. Franklin was 
>the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
>
>Alan Greenspan has chaired the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve 
>for the last 18 years. Mr. Greenspan has been an extraordinary leader who 
>has made great contributions to America's economic growth and prosperity.
>
>Andy Griffith is an American icon of the stage, cinema, and television. He 
>first achieved national acclaim in the 1950s for his stand-up comedy 
>routines, and he went on to star in television shows such as The Andy 
>Griffith Show and Matlock, as well as numerous Broadway productions and films.
>
>Paul Harvey is one of America's most respected radio personalities and has 
>set a standard of excellence for broadcasters. Since his radio broadcasts 
>first aired nationally in 1951, Mr. Harvey has won the trust of millions 
>of radio listeners.
>
>Sonny Montgomery was a champion for veterans during his 30 years as a 
>Member of the House of Representatives from Mississippi. His signature 
>achievement was the Montgomery GI Bill, which has helped make education 
>affordable for millions of veterans.
>
>General Richard B. Myers served as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff 
>during one of the most challenging and dangerous periods in American 
>history. General Myers was at the forefront of preparing America's armed 
>forces to meet the threats of the new century. His tenure was marked by 
>the toppling of brutal dictatorships in Afghanistan and Iraq and the 
>liberation of more than 50 million people.
>
>Jack Nicklaus is the greatest professional golfer of all time. He won 18 
>majors as a professional, the first in 1962 and the last in 1986, and he 
>won more than 70 PGA Tour events.
>
>Frank Robinson is one of the greatest baseball players ever. Among his 
>awards are National League Rookie of the Year, Most Valuable Player in 
>both the American and National Leagues, and the American League Triple 
>Crown in 1966. He also has been a top manager and earned Manager of the 
>Year in the American League in 1989. He broke the color barrier for 
>managers, becoming Major League Baseball's first African-American manager 
>in 1975.
>
>Paul Rusesabagina demonstrated courage and compassion by sheltering people 
>at the hotel he managed during the 1994 Rwandan genocide. By risking his 
>own life, he helped to save the lives of more than 1,000 fellow Rwandans. 
>Mr. Rusesabagina's selfless acts have inspired millions, and he represents 
>the best of the human spirit.
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