Bill Belichick Declines Presidential Medal<br />of Freedom From Donald Trump.<br />On Monday, the New England Patriots coach<br />responded to recent reports that Donald Trump planned to<br />award him with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. .<br />The Presidential Medal of Freedom is <br />meant to recognize individuals who have made <br />“meritorious contributions” to the country. .<br />In his statement, Belichick<br />said that he would not<br />be accepting the medal.<br />Although he was “flattered” by what the honor represents,<br />Belichick decided “not to move forward with the award” because<br />of last week’s riot at the Capitol by pro-Trump extremists. .<br />Recently, I was offered the opportunity to<br />receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom …<br />Subsequently, the tragic events of last<br />week occurred and the decision has been<br />made not to move forward with the award, Bill Belichick, via Fox News.<br />Belichick went on to say that one of the “most rewarding”<br />moments of his professional career was the conversations about<br />“social justice, equality and human rights” that occurred in 2020. .<br />One of the most rewarding things in my<br />professional career took place in 2020<br />when, through the great leadership within<br />our team, conversations about social<br />justice, equality and human rights moved<br />to the forefront and became actions, Bill Belichick, via Fox News.<br />For Belichick, “continuing<br />those efforts” is his top priority<br />and “outweighs” the importance<br />of any award he may receive.<br />Continuing those efforts<br />while remaining true to the<br />people, team and county I<br />love outweigh the benefits<br />of any individual award, Bill Belichick, via Fox News
