“Black literature is taught as sociology, as tolerance, not as a serious, rigorous art form.” 

― Toni Morrison

President Barack Obama honored 13 U.S legends with the Medal of Freedom on Tuesday.

"What sets these men and women apart is the incredible impact they have had on so many people," he said. "Not in short, blinding bursts, but steadily over the course of a lifetime."

Recipients included Singer Bob Dylan, Writer Toni Morrison, and Former Secretary of State Madeline Albright.

Watch the ceremony (below):



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