布什夫妇出席国家文化和人文科学颁奖典礼(2008-11-17)
时间：2018-12-30 作者：英语课 分类：美国总统每日发言
President and Mrs. Bush Attend Presentation of the 2008 National Medals of Arts and National Humanities Medals
MRS. BUSH: Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome to this White House for this special occasion -- the presentation of the National Medals of the Arts and the National Humanities Medals. These medals recognize great contributions to art, music, theater, literature, history, and general scholarship. Congratulations to all of this year's recipients 1, and to the proud family members and loved ones who are here with you this afternoon -- we're happy to have you all.
Congressman 2 Chris Shays is here, I believe -- right there in the very front; hey, Congressman. Congressman Jim Cooper. Thank you both for joining us today.
For more than 40 years, the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities have inspired our creativity and helped shape our national identity. Their diverse programs are supporting libraries, museums, and art institutions across the country. And they're helping 3 make America's finest art and scholarship accessible to all.
Today's event is an opportunity for me to give their leaders and staff of these cultural organizations my heartfelt thanks. To Dana Gioia, the Chairman of the NEA, thank you very much for your great work. (Applause.) To Bruce Cole, the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities, thank you so much, Bruce. (Applause.) Anne Radice, the Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, could not be with us today, but she's been a steadfast 4 advocate for education and the cultural life of our nation, and we thank her for her work. (Applause.) To Adair Margo, the Chairman of the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, thank you very, very much, Adair. (Applause.) And thanks also to Bob Martin, who was the head of the Institute of Museum and Library Services for our first four years here. Thank you very, very much, Bob. (Applause.)
Just in case you don't know, the Institute of Museum and Library Services has a library -- librarian as its head, and then next they trade out with the Museum Director as its head. So Bob, the librarian, was head of the NEA -- Institute of Museum and Library Services for the first four years we were here, and now Anne Radice is the Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Our Founding Fathers believed that democracy demands wisdom. And we know that wisdom demands great arts and cultural resources. Today's ceremony honors men and women who serve as custodians 5 of our history, patrons of our culture, and authors of America's artistic 6 legacy 7.
Recipients of the National Medal of the Arts represent the breadth of American creativity and the depth of the human spirit. This year's honorees include a sculptor 8, a jazz master, a versatile 9 actress, and the first black choir 10 to perform at the White House. They've given us heroes with spider sense -- (laughter) -- and songs that are "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious." (Laughter and applause.) Our art medalists have supported dance and music, and they've helped preserve the legacy of one of our greatest Presidents, Abraham Lincoln. Thanks to each of you for inspiring us with your talent and your commitment to the arts.
Recipients of the National Humanities Medal help shape the narrative 11 of our past, and they write the story of our future. Today, we honor a biographer of our Founding Fathers and a scholar of modern urban life, a radio host in Chicago, and an author of literature for young people. We honor two students of Lincoln, philanthropists in science, education, and art, and a museum dedicated 12 to one of our most beloved artists. Thank you for enriching our nation's vibrant 13 culture.
The men and women we recognize with this year's medals have entertained, educated, and simply amazed us. In the process, they have taught us more about ourselves and the shared ideals that make us all Americans. Their achievement reminds us that freedom of expression is the hallmark of any democratic society -- and the foundation of our nation's greatness. Congratulations to all of the honorees. (Applause.)
Now, it's my pleasure to turn the stage over to Dana Gioia, Bruce Cole, and Adair Margo. Thank you all very much. (Applause.)
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MILITARY AIDE: 2008 National Medals of Art.
Olivia de Havilland. (Applause.) The 2008 National Medal of Arts to Olivia de Havilland, for her persuasive 14 and compelling skill as an actress in roles from Shakespeare's Hermia to Margaret Mitchell's Melanie. Her independence, integrity, and grace won creative freedom for herself and her fellow film actors.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Accepting for Fisk University Jubilee 15 Singers, Hazel O'Leary and Paul Kwame. (Applause.) The 2008 National Medals of Art to Fisk University Jubilee Singers, for historical contributions to American music. Through two centuries, with talent and pride, they have preserved the African American spiritual for audiences throughout the world.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Accepting for Ford's Theatre Society, Wayne Reynolds and Paul Tetreault. (Applause.) The 2008 National Medals of Arts to Ford's Theatre Society, for presenting the theatrical 16 arts to our nation's capital, and for helping to preserve the memory of our nation's 16th President, Abraham Lincoln.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Jesús Moroles. (Applause.) The 2008 National Medal of Arts to Jesús Moroles, for his enduring achievements as a sculptor of stone. His granite 17 monuments grace America's landscape.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Henry W. Jones, Jr. (Applause.) The 2008 National Medal of Arts to Henry W. Jones, Jr., for his exemplary artistry as a jazz pianist and composer spanning well over a half century. His versatile performances blend swing with elegance 18 and sophistication.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Accepting for José Limón Dance Foundation, Carla Maxwell. (Applause.) The 2008 National Medal of Arts to José Limón Dance Foundation, for innovative 19 contributions to American modern dance. Through its company and institute, the foundation has brought skill and dramatic movement to both classic and contemporary works.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Stan Lee. (Applause.) The 2008 National Medal of Arts to Stan Lee, for his groundbreaking work as one of America's most prolific 20 storytellers, recreating the American comic book. His complex plots and humane 21 super heroes celebrate courage, honesty, and the importance of helping the less fortunate, reflecting America's inherent goodness.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Accepting for the Presser Foundation, Robert Capanna. (Applause.) The 2008 National Medal of Arts to the Presser Foundation, for providing financial aid to generations of musicians, music teachers, and students, and for inspired patronage 22 of music libraries.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Robert Sherman and Richard Sherman. (Applause.) The 2008 National Medal of Arts to the Sherman Brothers, for unforgettable songs and optimistic lyrics 23 that have brought magic to the screen and stage. The Sherman Brothers' music has helped bring joy to millions.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: The 2008 National Humanities Medals.
Gabor Boritt. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to Gabor S. Boritt, for a distinguished 24 career of scholarship on Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War era. His life's work and his life's story stand as testaments 25 to our nation's precious legacy of liberty.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Richard Brookhiser. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to Richard Brookhiser, for helping reintroduce Americans to the personalities 26, eccentricities 27, and noble ideals of our Founding Fathers. His works of biography and history have rendered vivid and accessible portraits of the early days of the Republic.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Harold Holzer. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to Harold Holzer, for engaging scholarship on that crucible 28 of our history, the American Civil War. His work has brought new understanding of the many facets 29 of Abraham Lincoln and his era through the study of image, word, and deed.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Myron Magnet. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to Myron Magnet, for scholarship and visionary influence in renewing our national culture of compassion 30. He has combined literary and cultural history with a profound understanding of contemporary urban life to examine new ways of relieving poverty and renewing civic 31 institutions.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Albert Marrin. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to Albert Marrin, for opening young minds to the glorious pageant 32 of history. His books have made the lessons of the past come alive with rich detail and energy for a new generation.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Milton J. Rosenberg. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to Milton J. Rosenberg, for bringing the world of ideas to millions of listeners. Combining a scholar's understanding and a teacher's openness, he has made a home in radio for elevated conversation and profound thought.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Accepting for John Templeton Foundation, John Templeton, Jr. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to John Templeton Foundation, for opening new frontiers in the pursuit of answers to mankind's oldest questions. The Templeton Foundation has been the catalyst 33 of groundbreaking work in scientific, religious, and philosophical 34 exploration of the deepest concerns of the humanities and the human race.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Accepting for the Norman Rockwell Museum, Laurie Norton Moffat. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to the Norman Rockwell Museum, for studying and honoring the life, work, and ideals of an icon 35 of American art. The museum has been the careful curator of the archives, illustrations, and benevolent 36 spirit Norman Rockwell bequeathed to the nation.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Robert H. Smith. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to Robert H. Smith, for his profoundly wise stewardship 37 and generous support of our nation's premiere institutions of historical, artistic, and cultural heritage. He has been a farsighted benefactor 38 and a civic leader for all seasons.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Thomas A. Saunders, III, and Jordan Horner Saunders. (Applause.) The 2008 National Humanities Medal to Thomas A. Saunders, III and Jordan Horner Saunders, for their wise leadership and philanthropy on behalf of higher education, the study of art, and greater understanding of American history. They have enriched our culture and ensured a lasting 39 legacy for future generations.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
THE PRESIDENT: Congratulations to our recipients. Welcome, the families and friends here at the White House.
The Presidential Citizens Medal was created nearly four decades ago to recognize Americans who have performed exemplary service to our nation. It is among one of the highest honors that can be conferred on a citizen. As President, I rarely have the opportunity to surprise anybody. (Laughter.) It is tough to be stealthy -- (laughter) -- with a security detail that comprises a 20-car motorcade. (Laughter.) That makes me especially pleased to present the President's Citizens Medal to four outstanding -- and unsuspecting -- leaders in the arts: Bruce Cole, Dana Gioia, Adair Margo, and Bob Martin. (Applause.) Please do not rush the stage. (Laughter.) Remember the big security detail? (Laughter.)
As leaders of our government's cultural institutions, each of today's recipients have made lasting contributions to American life and civic culture -- and each is greatly deserving of this honor.
As Chairman of the National Endowment of Humanities, Bruce Cole has encouraged the study of American history through the "We The People" program -- and has helped preserve America's rich heritage for future generations.
As Chairman of the National Endowment of the Arts, Dana Gioia has combined his passion as a poet and his skill as a businessman to enrich the lives of Americans -- from young readers to soldiers returning from war.
As the Chairman of the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities -- and a fellow Texan -- (laughter) -- Adair Margo has rallied support for American cultural institutions -- and has used the arts to strengthen our relationships with nations from Mexico to China.
As former Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Bob Martin has helped preserve our treasured collections and bring libraries and museums into the 21st century with new technology. He's helped recruit and train a new generation of librarians to replace the many skilled library professionals who are preparing to retire. I know of such person preparing to retire. (Laughter.)
Bob Martin's successor, Anne Radice, could not be here. This is a stealthy ceremony. (Laughter.) She's doing something else. But nevertheless -- (laughter) -- in appreciation 40 of her service, she will be presented the Citizens Medal, as well, and is probably wondering why she was not notified. (Laughter.)
Each of today's honorees understands that encouraging individual creativity and freedom of expression through the arts and scholarship strengthens and enhances our great country. And so I want to thank them for their service. I congratulate them. And now I ask the military aide to read the medal citations 41.
MILITARY AIDE: 2008 Presidential Citizens Medal.
Bruce Cole. (Applause.) The Presidential Citizens Medal to Bruce Cole. Bruce Cole has inspired Americans to have a deeper commitment to the teaching, study, and understanding of American history and culture. He used America's artworks and 21st century technology to make America's achievements, ideals, and stories more accessible to the people of our nation. The United States honors Bruce Cole for his work to strengthen our national memory and ensure that our country's heritage is passed on to future generations.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Dana Gioia. (Applause.) The President Citizens Medal to Dana Gioia. A distinguished poet and educator, Dana Gioia has helped strengthen the role of the arts in our country. He has advanced some of our most treasured traditions, expanded public support for the arts and arts education, and increased the understanding and appreciation of the arts among our nation's youth. The United States honors Dana Gioia for his dedication 42 to fostering creativity and expression and for helping preserve America's rich artistic legacy.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Adair Wakefield Margo. (Applause.) The Presidential Citizens Medal to Adair Wakefield Margo. Adair Margo is devoted 43 to the demonstrating the power of the arts to enrich the mind and the heart. As a public servant, art gallery founder 44, author, and educator, she has helped expand the understanding of international art in our society. The United States honor Adair Wakefield Margo for her many contributions to the cultural fabric 45 of our nation and for her commitment to deepening our appreciation for the ideals that bind 46 all people together.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
MILITARY AIDE: Robert S. Martin. (Applause.) The Presidential Citizens Medal to Robert S. Martin. Robert Martin has dedicated his career to the management of libraries. As a librarian, archivist, administrator 47, and educator, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to lifelong learning. The United States honors Robert Martin for his leadership in strengthening libraries and museums across the country.
(The medal is presented.) (Applause.)
THE PRESIDENT: Once again, Laura and I thank you for coming. I hope you have found this day as joyous 48 as we have. Congratulations. God bless. (Applause.)
- The recipients of the prizes had their names printed in the paper. 获奖者的姓名登在报上。 来自《简明英汉词典》
- The recipients of prizes had their names printed in the paper. 获奖者名单登在报上。 来自《现代英汉综合大词典》
- He related several anecdotes about his first years as a congressman.他讲述自己初任议员那几年的几则轶事。
- The congressman is meditating a reply to his critics.这位国会议员正在考虑给他的批评者一个答复。
- The poor children regularly pony up for a second helping of my hamburger. 那些可怜的孩子们总是要求我把我的汉堡包再给他们一份。
- By doing this, they may at times be helping to restore competition. 这样一来, 他在某些时候,有助于竞争的加强。
- Her steadfast belief never left her for one moment.她坚定的信仰从未动摇过。
- He succeeded in his studies by dint of steadfast application.由于坚持不懈的努力他获得了学业上的成功。
- If we aren't good custodians for our planet, what right do we have to be here? 如果我们作为自己星球的管理者不称职我们还有什么理由留在这里？ 来自电影对白
- Custodians primarily responsible for the inspection of vehicles, access, custody. 保管员主要负责车辆的验收、出入、保管。 来自互联网
- The picture on this screen is a good artistic work.这屏风上的画是件很好的艺术品。
- These artistic handicrafts are very popular with foreign friends.外国朋友很喜欢这些美术工艺品。
- They are the most precious cultural legacy our forefathers left.它们是我们祖先留下来的最宝贵的文化遗产。
- He thinks the legacy is a gift from the Gods.他认为这笔遗产是天赐之物。
- A sculptor forms her material.雕塑家把材料塑造成雕塑品。
- The sculptor rounded the clay into a sphere.那位雕塑家把黏土做成了一个球状。
- A versatile person is often good at a number of different things.多才多艺的人通常擅长许多种不同的事情。
- He had been one of the game's most versatile athletes.他是这项运动中技术最全面的运动员之一。
- The choir sang the words out with great vigor.合唱团以极大的热情唱出了歌词。
- The church choir is singing tonight.今晚教堂歌唱队要唱诗。
- He was a writer of great narrative power.他是一位颇有记述能力的作家。
- Neither author was very strong on narrative.两个作者都不是很善于讲故事。
- He dedicated his life to the cause of education.他献身于教育事业。
- His whole energies are dedicated to improve the design.他的全部精力都放在改进这项设计上了。
- He always uses vibrant colours in his paintings. 他在画中总是使用鲜明的色彩。
- She gave a vibrant performance in the leading role in the school play.她在学校表演中生气盎然地扮演了主角。
- His arguments in favour of a new school are very persuasive.他赞成办一座新学校的理由很有说服力。
- The evidence was not really persuasive enough.证据并不是太有说服力。
- They had a big jubilee to celebrate the victory.他们举行盛大的周年纪念活动以祝贺胜利。
- Every Jubilee,to take the opposite case,has served a function.反过来说，历次君主巡幸，都曾起到某种作用。
- The final scene was dismayingly lacking in theatrical effect.最后一场缺乏戏剧效果，叫人失望。
- She always makes some theatrical gesture.她老在做些夸张的手势。
- They squared a block of granite.他们把一块花岗岩加工成四方形。
- The granite overlies the older rocks.花岗岩躺在磨损的岩石上面。
- The furnishings in the room imparted an air of elegance.这个房间的家具带给这房间一种优雅的气氛。
- John has been known for his sartorial elegance.约翰因为衣着讲究而出名。
- Discover an innovative way of marketing.发现一个创新的营销方式。
- He was one of the most creative and innovative engineers of his generation.他是他那代人当中最富创造性与革新精神的工程师之一。
- She is a prolific writer of novels and short stories.她是一位多产的作家，写了很多小说和短篇故事。
- The last few pages of the document are prolific of mistakes.这个文件的最后几页错误很多。
- Is it humane to kill animals for food?宰杀牲畜来吃合乎人道吗？
- Their aim is for a more just and humane society.他们的目标是建立一个更加公正、博爱的社会。
- Though it was not yet noon,there was considerable patronage.虽然时间未到中午，店中已有许多顾客惠顾。
- I am sorry to say that my patronage ends with this.很抱歉，我的赞助只能到此为止。
- music and lyrics by Rodgers and Hart 由罗杰斯和哈特作词作曲
- The book contains lyrics and guitar tablatures for over 100 songs. 这本书有100多首歌的歌词和吉他奏法谱。
- Elephants are distinguished from other animals by their long noses.大象以其长长的鼻子显示出与其他动物的不同。
- A banquet was given in honor of the distinguished guests.宴会是为了向贵宾们致敬而举行的。
- The coastline is littered with testaments to the savageness of the waters. 海岸线上充满了海水肆虐过后的杂乱东西。 来自互联网
- A personification of wickedness and ungodliness alluded to in the Old and New Testaments. 彼勒《旧约》和《新约》中邪恶和罪孽的化身。 来自互联网
- There seemed to be a degree of personalities in her remarks.她话里有些人身攻击的成分。
- Personalities are not in good taste in general conversation.在一般的谈话中诽谤他人是不高尚的。
- My wife has many eccentricities. 我妻子有很多怪癖。 来自《简明英汉词典》
- His eccentricities had earned for him the nickname"The Madman". 他的怪癖已使他得到'疯子'的绰号。 来自辞典例句
- The alliance had been forged in the crucible of war.这个联盟经受了战争的严峻考验。
- Put the required amount of metal into the crucible.把适量的金属放入坩埚。
- The question had many facets. 这个问题是多方面的。 来自《简明英汉词典》
- A fully cut brilliant diamond has 68 facets. 经过充分切刻的光彩夺目的钻石有68个小平面。 来自《简明英汉词典》
- He could not help having compassion for the poor creature.他情不自禁地怜悯起那个可怜的人来。
- Her heart was filled with compassion for the motherless children.她对于没有母亲的孩子们充满了怜悯心。
- I feel it is my civic duty to vote.我认为投票选举是我作为公民的义务。
- The civic leaders helped to forward the project.市政府领导者协助促进工程的进展。
- Our pageant represented scenes from history.我们的露天历史剧上演一幕幕的历史事件。
- The inauguration ceremony of the new President was a splendid pageant.新主席的就职典礼的开始是极其壮观的。
- A catalyst is a substance which speeds up a chemical reaction.催化剂是一种能加速化学反应的物质。
- The workers'demand for better conditions was a catalyst for social change.工人们要求改善工作条件促进了社会变革。
- The teacher couldn't answer the philosophical problem.老师不能解答这个哲学问题。
- She is very philosophical about her bad luck.她对自己的不幸看得很开。
- They found an icon in the monastery.他们在修道院中发现了一个圣像。
- Click on this icon to align or justify text.点击这个图标使文本排齐。
- His benevolent nature prevented him from refusing any beggar who accosted him.他乐善好施的本性使他不会拒绝走上前向他行乞的任何一个乞丐。
- He was a benevolent old man and he wouldn't hurt a fly.他是一个仁慈的老人，连只苍蝇都不愿伤害。
- The organization certainly prospered under his stewardship. 不可否认，这个组织在他的管理下兴旺了起来。
- Last, but certainly not least, are the issues of stewardship and ethics. 最后，但当然不是微不足道的，是工作和道德规范的问题。
- The chieftain of that country is disguised as a benefactor this time. 那个国家的首领这一次伪装出一副施恩者的姿态。
- The first thing I did, was to recompense my original benefactor, my good old captain. 我所做的第一件事, 就是报答我那最初的恩人, 那位好心的老船长。
- The lasting war debased the value of the dollar.持久的战争使美元贬值。
- We hope for a lasting settlement of all these troubles.我们希望这些纠纷能获得永久的解决。
- I would like to express my appreciation and thanks to you all.我想对你们所有人表达我的感激和谢意。
- I'll be sending them a donation in appreciation of their help.我将送给他们一笔捐款以感谢他们的帮助。
- The apt citations and poetic gems have adorned his speeches. 贴切的引语和珠玑般的诗句为他的演说词增添文采。 来自《现代汉英综合大词典》
- Some dictionary writers use citations to show what words mean. 有些辞典的编纂者用引文作例证以解释词义。 来自辞典例句
- We admire her courage,compassion and dedication.我们钦佩她的勇气、爱心和奉献精神。
- Her dedication to her work was admirable.她对工作的奉献精神可钦可佩。
- He devoted his life to the educational cause of the motherland.他为祖国的教育事业贡献了一生。
- We devoted a lengthy and full discussion to this topic.我们对这个题目进行了长时间的充分讨论。
- He was extolled as the founder of their Florentine school.他被称颂为佛罗伦萨画派的鼻祖。
- According to the old tradition,Romulus was the founder of Rome.按照古老的传说，罗穆卢斯是古罗马的建国者。
- The fabric will spot easily.这种织品很容易玷污。
- I don't like the pattern on the fabric.我不喜欢那块布料上的图案。
- I will let the waiter bind up the parcel for you.我让服务生帮你把包裹包起来。
- He wants a shirt that does not bind him.他要一件不使他觉得过紧的衬衫。
- The role of administrator absorbed much of Ben's energy.行政职务耗掉本很多精力。
- He has proved himself capable as administrator.他表现出管理才能。