[AP/Washington Post] The White House is standing by its decision to award a Presidential Medal of Freedom to former Irish President Mary Robinson, who some Jewish groups say is biased against Israel. White House spokesman Robert Gibbs says Robinson has made statements that President Obama doesn't agree with, but he said that is likely the case with a number of the 16 people Obama plans to recognize for their lifetime achievements.
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