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Deborah F. Rutter, President, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, left, and her husband, Peter Ellefson arrive for the Medallion Ceremony honoring the recipients of the 44th Annual Kennedy Center
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Kennedy Center president Deborah F. Rutter speaks at the National Press Club - Oct. 15, 2014 - YouTube
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Deborah F. Rutter, president, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and her husband, Stock Photo, Picture And Rights Managed Image. Pic. PAH-0959-112830793 | agefotostock
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New president Deborah Rutter is Kennedy Center's breath of fresh air from Windy City - The Washington Post
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Interview: Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter on Her Long Association with Legendary Film Composer John
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