Simone Biles receives Presidential Medal of Freedom

[Seyonne]

First gymnast ever?

President Biden Announces Recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom | The White House

WASHINGTON – Today, President Biden named seventeen recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United...

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[ucrgirl]

I would think so. Her gymnastics feats are mentioned in the press release but it seems that she was really nominated for her advocacy. I can’t think of another American gymnast who has achieved as much in sport or has used their platform for such significant advocacy.

@Seyonne, thanks for posting the link. It was really interesting to read the list of who else was nominated.