Salman Rushdie, acclaimed author and recipient of the Dayton Literary Peace Prizes Lifetime Achievement Award, was honored for his literary excellence and peace-promoting work. The award, named after Richard C. Holbrooke, recognizes individuals who have made significant impacts on literature and peace. Previous recipients include Jimmy Carter, Elie Wiesel, and Gloria Steinem. Rushdies recognition highlights the power of literature to inspire understanding, even after a violent attack.
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