'Agent of change' Robinson to receive US honour today

Former President Mary Robinson is to receive America’s Presidential Medal of Freedom from Barack Obama today.

Wed, 12 Aug, 2009 - 11:59

Former President Mary Robinson is to receive America’s Presidential Medal of Freedom from Barack Obama today.

British scientist Stephen Hawking, film star Sidney Poitier and tennis legend Billie Jean King are also among those to receive the US’ highest honour for a civilian.

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