Obama Awards Science and Technology Medals

Obama, a big fan of science, awards medals in science, technology and innovation. Obama touts science and education, solicits help with Sasha's science fair project, and says 3% of gross domestic product will go toward research and development. Tonight at the White House, Obama, school kids and scientists will partake in a night of astronomy. See the list of recipients here.

The longer version (speech and handing out medals):

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