I met Mr. Corwin at a family gathering, when I was a child along with his brother Emil. They are my late father's uncles. I grew up hearing about them both from time to time, but it wasn't until recently that I learned about his rich and valuable history.I agree, this honor is long overdue.
Sincerely,
Janet Lafargue Borden
A brilliant writer and a true American. Would that we still had regular access to his inspiring works of truth and hope. Let us honor him while he's still with us!
I remember listening to the b'casts when they first originated: 26 by Corwin and other series. One powerful one I recall was the program (apparently during WWII) when the story line was an exchange between an American submarine that was disabled and resting on the ocean floor. The surviving men with limited time left to "breathe" and live, began to express their views and in one instance, bitterness at the impending death. Powerful stuff.
I recall a more "recent" program when Mr Corwin was interviewed on a PBS radio program, "I'm too busy to talk"--interviews with creative people over 70. Marvelous stuff.
Awarding Norman Corwin The Congressional Gold Medal serves more to ennoble a grateful nation than to honor him. Norman Corwin's place in history is already firmly established. Awarding the medal would simply recognize the obvious.
An honor whom America made the passage ot time shall wipe away the slime. The words he wrote and that which he spoke gives glory to the US that lets all men shine!
For dramas about the best of the American spirit, that questioned even as they celebrated, and illuminated as they entertained, that uplifted a nation in times of war and trial, this recognition is long overdue.
Mr. Corwin's work, both on the radio and in written form influenced my own work and my belief in America since my teenage years. This man should not be forgotten. A lot can be learned from him for all the U.S.A.
Norman Corwin is a genuine living legend and not just because of his longevity. His accomplishments dwarf the achievements of many who, although perhaps deserved, have received far greater rewards.
I greatly admire Mr. Corwin. His work should be known by many more. Awarding this great man the Congressional Gold Medal would bring his work forward and educate many more.
Norman Corwin is the most important living writer in America and his service to the United States and the citizens of the world deserve immediate recognition.
Norman Corwin is the most important living writer in America and his service to the United States and the citizens of the world deserve immediate recognition.
There can be on one more deserving of this congressional recognition than Mr. Norman Corwin. Please make this recognition while he remains with us and can enjoy this much-deserved accolade!
Patriot of the highest order. His "On a Note of Triumph" teaches us today that there is, ultimately, no place for moral relativism when our nation, and freedom itself, are in peril...
Sixtyfive years later, Corwin's moving presentation of suffering and elation at the end of the war still touches one's emotions. He deserves the Congressional Gold Medal . . . now, so he can receive it real time and in person.
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Janet Lafargue Borden
I recall a more "recent" program when Mr Corwin was interviewed on a PBS radio program, "I'm too busy to talk"--interviews with creative people over 70. Marvelous stuff.
Norman Corwin was the hero who showed us WHY.
We really should honor our great heroes.
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