What prestigious award did Carter give Muskie in 1981?
Congressional Gold Medal
Presidential Medal of Freedom
National Medal of Science
Purple Heart
Answer
The Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States, was bestowed upon Edmund Muskie by President Jimmy Carter in 1981. This prestigious award recognized Muskie's exceptional contributions to public service and his unwavering commitment to promoting peace and human rights throughout his distinguished career in government and diplomacy.
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