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12/6/25-President Trump Attends the State Department Kennedy Center Honors Medal Presentation Dinner

Dec 7, 2025
Donald J. Trump shares insights from the Kennedy Center Honors, introducing honorees like Sylvester Stallone and KISS. He discusses restoration projects at the White House and the Kennedy Center, emphasizing acoustic quality and donor contributions. Trump highlights legislative successes, including tax changes and crime reduction efforts in D.C. Personal anecdotes about golf and honoree legacies add a personal touch. The evening culminates with formal congratulations to the honorees, showcasing their lasting cultural impact.
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ANECDOTE

Stallone's Rags-To-Rolestory

  • Donald J. Trump described presenting the Kennedy Center honorees and praised individual recipients during a dinner speech.
  • He recounted Sylvester Stallone's struggles and choices as an origin story for Rocky and Rambo's creation.
INSIGHT

Cultural Restoration As National Stewardship

  • Trump framed cultural institutions as repairable assets needing stewardship and donor support.
  • He emphasized restoration work at the White House and Kennedy Center as preserving national heritage.
ADVICE

Save And Restore Original Marble

  • Preserve original materials when possible and use expert techniques to save money and authenticity.
  • Trump argued that grinding a thin layer off marble yields new-looking slabs and avoids costly replacement.
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