US Supreme Court Justice Ginsburg to get Liberty Medal

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Ber Ginsburg has been named this year’s recipient of National Constitution Center’s Liberty Medal.

Philelphia center says Ginsburg will be awarded medal “for her efforts to vance liberty and equality for all" in a video tribute in words and music to be brocast live Sept. 17. Officials say Ginsburg won't be present to receive award.

National Constitution Center said Wednesday that ceremony will be “pinnacle” of its yearlong effort to mark 100th anniversary of 19th Amendment, which granted women right to vote.

center hosts constitutional debates and features interactive exhibits about U.S. Constitution. Liberty Medal recognizes individuals who strive to secure blessings of liberty to people around globe.