Bill Cosby, Hank Aaron and Nelson Mandela receive Presidential Medal of Freedom. (National Report).

Jet | July 29, 2002 | Copyright

A comedy legend, a home run king and a human rights champion were among an elite group of 12 recently honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom in Washington, D.C.

President Bush presented the nation's highest civilian honor to Bill Cosby, Hank Aaron, Nelson Mandela and others in arts, sports, entertainment, politics and journalism in the East Room of the White House.

"Bill Cosby is a gifted comedian who has used the power of laughter to heal wounds and build bridges," Bush said. "By focusing on our common humanity, Bill Cosby is helping to create a ...

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