BEN STEIN'S AWARD Deputy Defense Secretary Gordon England, left, talks with Ben Stein, author, actor and commentator, following his presentation of the Secretary of Defense Medal for Exceptional Public Service. Stein received the Defense Department's highest award for public service for his support for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, or TAPS. SHARE: Download: Full Size (0.08 MB) Credit: VIRIN: 387423-T-SGN01-020.jpg Photo Gallery