Which award did Becker receive from the United States in 2007?
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The Presidential Medal of Freedom is an award given by the United States President to recognize individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. Becker was awarded the medal in 2007 for his contributions to the field of economics.
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