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1:04Now PlayingPresident Obama emotional at Medal of Valor awards
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1:04Now PlayingPresident Obama awarded the nation's highest honor for law enforcement to 13 police officers Monday, recognizing officers who put themselves in harm's way — one fatally — to protect citizens.
The Public Safety Medal of Valor recognizes police, firefighters and other first responders for exceptional courage. Obama said the actions of the 13 recognized Monday helped to save countless lives.
"To a person, each of these honorees acted without regard to their own safety," Obama said in a ceremony in the East Room of the White House evoking the formality of a military Medal of Honor presentation. "We're so grateful they were there — some off duty, others on duty, and all rising above and beyond the call of duty."
The ceremony, held during National Police Week, came shortly after Obama signed into law two police-related bills renewing a bulletproof vest grant program and allowing free U.S. Capitol flags for the families of fallen first responders.
Obama called on Americans to support law enforcement officers with deeds as well as words, and thanked their families for the burden they also face.
"We know that you wait up late and you’re worried and you're counting down the minutes until your loved one walks through the door safe after a long shift. We know it never gets easier, and we thank you for that," Obama said. "And of course we honor those who didn't come home, including one hero we honor posthumously today."
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