What an honor it was to present my colleague Tony Fauci, director of NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), for induction into the inaugural 20-member class of the Government Hall of Fame. Tony was chosen for his pioneering efforts with HIV/AIDS and for his incredibly distinguished career as a public servant. Tony (right) addressed ceremony attendees about the privilege of serving as NIAID director and his unique opportunity to advise five presidents on global HIV/AIDS and other emerging public health threats. The Government Hall of Fame, launched by Government Executive Media Group, celebrates the best of the best in American government. The Hall of Fame gala was held on September 19 at the Washington National Cathedral. Credit: Kristoffer Tripplaar
