NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — It’s your at-bat, Mr. President.
A petition to award New York Yankees legend Yogi Berra with the Presidential Medal of Freedom reached its goal of 100,000 signatures just ahead of Monday’s midnight deadline. Now the request will make its way to the White House, which typically answers petitions within 30 days.
Can't thank everyone enough for their support of the #YogiMedal petition! It ain't over 'til it's over. We did it! pic.twitter.com/X7gKO5dF75
Established in 1960, the Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian award in the country, given to people who make outstanding contributions to the world.