Posted on 01/14/2021 1:42:22 PM PST by ransomnote
On January 13, 2021, President Donald J. Trump awarded the National Medal of Arts and National Humanities Medal to the following individuals and organizations:
National Medal of Arts:
Toby Keith for making extraordinary contributions to American music. Rising from humble beginnings in the oil fields of Oklahoma, Toby Keith has become one of the preeminent songwriters of his generation.
Nick Ut for his decades of contributions to wartime photojournalism. Through his lens, Ut captures moments in time that remind us of the horrors of conflict. His most famous photograph, “The Terror of War,” is a permanent reminder of the past and an inspiration for a peaceful future.
Ricky Skaggs for his contributions to the American music industry. A virtuoso of the mandolin and fiddle, Ricky Skaggs creates and produces bluegrass music that preserves the musical legacy of the most talented artists of his generation.
Earl “Rusty” Powell III for his dedicated work preserving, procuring, and expanding the world’s greatest exhibitions as the longest-serving director of the National Gallery of Art.
Mary Costa for her extraordinary talent, inspiration, and contribution to the operatic arts. Her stellar career includes performances in 38 operatic roles.
National Humanities Medal:
Kay Coles James for her intellectual leadership, devotion to our Constitutional principles, and steadfast commitment to opportunity for all.
O. James Lighthizer for his decades of work protecting thousands of acres of Civil War battlefields for future generations. As a government official and then as the President of the Civil War Preservation Trust, James Lighthizer has devoted himself completely to preserving priceless historic sites so that all Americans can visit, learn, and pay their respects to those who sacrificed their lives on that hallowed ground.
The National World War II Museum for its devotion to bringing to life the story of America’s greatest generation and our remarkable victory against the forces of evil. The National World War II Museum has captivated millions of Americans with its compelling exhibits and expansive collections.
The National Medal of Arts is the highest award given to artists and arts patrons by the United States Government. The National Humanities Medal honors individuals or groups whose work has deepened the Nation’s understanding of the humanities and broadened our citizens’ engagement with history, literature, languages, philosophy, and other humanities subjects.
Nick Ut? Are only leftists eligible to get these awards?
Glad to see Toby Keith honored. I am not too much into cultural stuff, so never heard of most of the others.
Bump
May they be humanitarian enough to graciously and with all due appreciation - accept.
Kay Cole James. Awesome.
This is American. This is what America is all about!
Love Ricky Skaggs. Also the WW2 museum in New Orleans is really good.
Congratulations Ricky Skaggs and all other awardees. Highway 40 Blues....”My eyes are filled with bitter tears, Lord I ain’t been home in years, I got those Highway 40 Blues” . Great song, great pickin.
Toby Keith is so deserving. I saw him play in Baghdad, Iraq in 08. He and his band made so many trips just to play in a combat zone and give the troops some entertainment and a piece of home. God Bless Toby Keith.
Someone should have proof-read the headline. Makes it sound like Trump was awarded it. And “National Medal of Arts and Humanities Medal?” Did the press release come from the Department of Redundancy Dept.?
Yep. It sounded like Trump gave himself the medal until I read the article.
The Obama administration actually DID do that during its final week in office (Obama administration awarding itself the Congressional Medal of Honor, National Defense Award, etc.), but I figured Trump wasn't that tacky.
We’ll put a boot in your ass. It’s the American way!
He’s a local boy done good.
Yes
Yes!! Ricky Skaggs and the Musseum
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