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Bill and Melinda Gates Receive the J. William Fulbright Prize for International Understanding
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In 2010, Bill and Melinda Gates received the J. William Fulbright Prize for International Understanding, presented at the Library of Congress, in recognition of their philanthropy to improve global health, education, and well-being and to inspire others to give. They were the first laureates from a business and philanthropy background, and the first couple to receive the award, which has also honored figures such as Nelson Mandela and Jimmy Carter.
Source: https://fulbright.org/gates/
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