I wonder if Bono feels that the red campaign will allow for African workers to make a fair wage? Also will the AIDS testing centers be up and runnning soon?
Bono has brought attention to a problem most politicians would ignore. God speed to you and Ali!!!

Good morning Bono.

Do you feel that political corruption throughout most of Africa can ever be changed? Africa has so many natural resources that could benefit so many but their leaders are such thieves! My husband is from Nigeria and I am an American. I am constantly amazed at the attitudes of most Africans regarding the treatment of other people. For instance, most Nigerians (not my husband) feel that it is perfectly fine to cheat another person if that person is “dumb enough to be cheated”. This is only one example of what I see as attitudes so ingrained that change cannot possibly ever occur to a degree that would make a substantial difference in the lives of the African needy.

I just worry that a great deal of any help sent to the African continent, no matter which part, will be stolen by so-called “leaders”, politicians, whatever they want to call themselves. My family has sacrificed to send money to my husbands family many times, for many different requests. We have been together 13 years and over that period of time the cash we have sent over is well into 6 figures. It is very disappointing to find out in the long run that the money we send to them is used for purposes other than what it was requested for. But we ALWAYS find out that is what has happened, Things like fancy cars and drivers to drive them so his family members can pretend they are some sort of royalty. Their family is run very much like some of the African governments are run and I just can’t see any solution for it OR that they would ever even WANT to change. I keep telling Sam that as long as he keeps the bank open they will continue to behave this way; my complaints fall upon deaf ears. I just can’t help but see some comparison here between his family and the way they operate compared to African governments in general.

Perhaps I am just not thinking large enough and I’ve just given up thinking change is possible over there. Thanks for listening; you are a special and gifted person and I am continually amazed and proud of your work.

Best regards…Kim N

Bono, how do you apparently successfully juggle being a musician, U2 front man, family man, multi-faceted activist, business man etc etc all at once? Does any of these roles suffer? Do you sleep? Do you have a team of dozens working personnally for you? However you do it, keep it up as we dont see many (any other?) people in your position using their celebrity capital and time in the way you do!!

Bono, The world has dumped 5 trillion dollars into Africa in the last fifty years and basically nothing has changed. Why should we dumped anymore into the dark continent? Thanks, M. Scott

Why aren’t you forcing the millionaires in Hollywood to be more charitable with the bulk of their earnings? Why aren’t you asking them to be less materialistic (those designer bags, multi million dollar homes, etc.) and more giving, rather than expecting ordinary people to give more and more.

The AMEX Red Card is also not a very clean deal, according to Consumerist.com. AMEX makes more money on it than they donate to the fund. Why are you sponsoring it and not expecting more from those who have the most money?

Bono, How can fundraising for alternative energy research be tied into this cause? I applaud the efforts of the many agencies working to relieve the immediate poverty of Africans and I understand that more money for immediate relief is needed. The long-term effects of locally-produced non-nuclear, renewable, clean energy would be revolutionary for the African peoples. (Thanks for being a constant companion over the years through hundreds of recordings.)

I went to Africa 3 years ago to investigate technology and education. I came away extremely encouraged about the possibilities. Since then I have become discouraged as I try to get other interested in teaching and technology in Africa. Do you have any suggestions about getting others interested in teaching and technology? Thank you.

Are you aware that there are people who don’t give a rat’s a** about you or your trendy causes?

dear bono and ali: thank you from the bottom of this fan and activist’s heart. Substantial productive trips to both chernobyl and africa by you this season have made me proud.

please consider making your entire line of fanclub and music rising and ONE apparel from edun. it’s hit or miss, and with me, each time i miss! my friends all have eduns . . . .

is it appropriate for a fan to write a company and ask to consider contacting you and bobby regarding a potential (red) product? i’ve filled comment cards to a few (my favs to date are Starbucks and Nintendo) but if it’s not in line with what you both have in mind for this product line, i will cease and desist.

thanx a lot. please grace the pacific northwest with a speaking engagement soon . . . .prayers for a safe and highly insightful trip this week.

stay close,
sammi fredenburg
seattle, washington usa

Dear Bono,

I am a sophomore in Engineering studying in the United States, but am originally from India.

I had no idea about your work around the world till I read an article in the TIME magazine last year. After that I read your Commencement Speech at Harvard University.

I feel inspired by your work and wish to do something in your lines when I get out of college. I think we as humans tend to be selfish at times. It’s easy to say that there is an AIDS/HIV epidemic but then the question is what are we as individuals doing? I mean life is not only about getting a college degree and landing a job which gives you a fat salary. There is more. I believe in making a difference in people’s lives. I want to get out of the comfort zone which most of tend to get into and never ever get out. I want to work for the UN, as then I will be able to go to Africa. I want to go to countries like Uganda and Sudan where the children have forgotten how to dream. They are the generation of tomorrow and it is our duty to give direction to those who can;t see. I know this sounds too far-fetched but that’s my dream!!

There are people not only in Africa but also in India who do not get enough to eat, or clothes to wear, their income is less than $1/day. This isn’t fair. Though then the question arises who am I to say what is fair and what is not.

Seeing what is going on in the political arena, it’s difficult to say what tomorrow is going to look like. Politicians are so busy looking for means to achieve their own ends that they just do not see what’s going in their own back yards. When will all of this end? I don’t know, maybe you don’t too…but I guess this is how the world works. I think it’s only when people will open their eyes and see not only “their problem” as “the problem” but “the problem” as “their problem” will something happen.

Thank you,

Priyam

Bono and Ali:
Brilliant work! You are truly making a difference in the lives of so many people in developing countries! Your support of economic development and trade initiatives is so important to people who live in these countries. I believe that, one person at a time, we can make a difference but it must be through support and development of noncorrupt and transparent organizations and governments. Your initiatives in Lesotho are remarkable.

I am interested in economic development programs for women and would love to hear your thoughts on what “works” in Africa. I am currently trying to put together several initatives for women in Malawi and would love to hear your thoughts on how to approach something like this.

Safe travels.

Nancy Bauer
Roswell, Georgia

Bono,

I salute you sire! You are a breath of fresh air in our desparate world. Tell me this if you will sire. What do you want your legacy to be? I for one think you are the greatest rocker that ever lived but even more than that .. I believe you to be a great and noble human being.

Thank you.

Donatus Weobong
eLeaP Software

Bono,
My comment concerns the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Africa. The virus is transmitted person to person and has ravaged the continent’s population at plague-like levels from all reports I have read. In particular, I read that truckdrivers bring the virus to new areas by way of the prostitutes, who then start the cycle in the town. From a purely statistical standpoint, in an attempt to somehow curb the enormous growth of new infections, wouldn’t it seem completely logical to QUARANTINE IMMEDIATELY all carriers? Aren’t they WAY PAST the ‘polite society’ worry, or the ‘won’t they be ostracized’ worry? If it were avian flu, would not that be the FIRST response to protect the population? The obvious difference between the two viruses is that the flu could be passed on by coughing or touching something the infected person touches, whereas HIV requires more intimate behavior via sex or a needle (I realize children also get it from mothers). It appears to the average outsider that no one is serious about stopping the disease. They appear more interested in making others feel uncaring and less generous. You ask for drastic measures and huge cash donations (which my gov’t takes from me via taxes) yet you do not advocate drastic measures from the infected to protect their own countrymen. You are asking other countries to care more for uninfected Africans than you are asking infected Africans to care. Perhaps this is why you run into resistence from the average world citizen.

I like to go to Africa and kill elephants and other big game, but I like do do it in style. Where do you get your sunglasses?? They are just fantabulous!!!

I was just wondering how you, as a parent, impart to your children the value of working and fighting for people all over the world.

Dear Bono: I am wondering if there is any overlap between the work you’re doing in Africa to increase fair trade and fight the AIDS epidemic and the desperate situation in Darfur. I think purchasing Edun clothing is a wonderful, tangible way for the average person to make a difference, but I am so very worried about the genocide in the Sudan. In the meantime, please keep up all of the good work you are doing, and best wishes to you and Ali. Also, please ignore the thoughtless and self-righteous comments posted on this website. You are an extraordinarily gifted communicator, activist and musician and the world is better for it!

Bono I just want to give you praise for everything you have done in the past and will continue to do in the future.
I hope that Canada stays on board with your vision.

God bless you Paul Hewson

B ,I don’t think it’s unfair to compare your movement for justice in Africa to MLK’s movement re: Civil Rights in America. He knew that he wouldn’t see it in his lifetime, do you feel the same, or do you really believe you will live to see a glorified Africa one day?

bono..walk on!!!!
I’m your no1 fans from Indonesia
God bless you,Bono!!!!

My 8-year-old son has become a fervent U2 fan. When he wakes up early on Saturday mornings, he doesn’t want to watch cartoons, he wants to watch my U2 DVDs! He’s taking guitar lessons, and has recently started sporting a decidedly Edge-style bandanna.

But on to my question, which is far less burning than some included on this blog:

What are you reading right now?

Hey..Bono..and Ali…

First of all…I wanted to thank you being so passionate about causes so dear to you…Chernobyl and Africa…it’s a life lesson for me and the rest of the world…and I thank you for that!

I wanted to ask you…Bono…how does it feel, 4 years after your latest visit…to finally see that ‘making noise’ and being a ‘pin in the arse’ can actually bring good results (like that factory in Leshoto). And I wanted to ask you…which is the driving force that keeps the flame alive inside of you, even when you find closed doors and tough heads along the way?

Thank you so much for all…and above all, the inspiration!

Love
Kite

bono-
will you ever write your own memoir?

thx for elevating my soul!
chanda in arizona

Bono:

Like you, I grew up hearing about people starving and dying in Africa and seeing these terrible images on television and in magazines day after day, year after year with no clear effort or solution at hand to make change happen. I admire your leadership and commitment to increasing awareness of this dire situation and intelligent search for viable solutions for the most extreme ills and emergency needs.

I would like to know how I can join your effort beyond signing the petitions and pledges offered on the One Campaign site. How can someone in Los Angeles take on a more active role?

With How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, you almost had an all rocking album but as a band you reworked it adding other colors - Will we see the next U2 album as an all rocking album (a first for U2)? Perhaps some of the rage, the fight against injustice, the screaming and yelling atop the mountains that something is not right (what rock and roll is all about) regarding Africa and the world can be an inspiration to you and the band to make such a rocking “heavy mother” of an album. What do you say?

Bono/Paul,
How easy it would be for you to buy an island. Build an ivory tower. Do nothing all day, Do what most people do such as being bitchy and competitive and out for themselves and nobody else. as we say in Ireland “to hell with the begrudgers”. In the current climate of this world between wars and human trafficing and natural disaters and evil on the rise, it is truly sensational to see you come along and at least try to make some sort of a difference in Africa. You were so right when you said that If we viewed Africans as equals there wouldnt be such apathy towards it. I can remember seeing you in the late 1970’s in a Dublin pub in Howth (the summit) i was a blonde haired boy aged about 8, and i seen you at the other end of the bar with a friend and you just looked at me, not in a bad way, but i could see your soul, and there was a very warm glow/light right behind you. i rememeber thinking “there is something very special about that guy”. I was drawn towards you and your friends. I recognised you from somewhere..and remembered you later. I think you felt sad that someone my age was in a pub that late on a saturday night surrounded by adults drinking. i have strong senses. You are very special! ignore the apathetic comments by the selfish demons. i know they roll off your back like water off a duck. you have much work to do my friend and you do it well. you must keep it up with much force. If you stop the critics will be right. But let me assure you, you are surrounded by angels, like all of us are, and by demons. God is watching you and is very impressed. you need to delegate more. build a bigger team, which is what you are doing i guess. take good care at all times. Never be afraid..and keep the feet on the ground. Thank you for the music and the shining light. it’s beautiful. Not bad for a Punk from Ballymun (a Punk is an artist/individual who rebels against all bullshit and apathy and draconian authority in a creative intelligent way…the word has a different meaning in other countries, but in Europe it is a unique/credible thing) For all the apathetics out there…go <expletive deleted> yourselves!!

You have only Failed…when you have failed to Try..!

Len Simpson
Dublin

Bono and Ali,

Through your work in Africa and other places around the world, you have raised my awareness of these issues.

Please continue to keep us informed, and let all of us know how we can help.

Cheers,

Susan

Hi Bono,

As many others that have written you, I am a great fan of U2. I love how U2 challenges their musical abilities and creates new expressions. And then U2 always comes up with new ways to express that music into words that soar into greater ideas, vivid images and introspective moods. The music of U2 has been the backround to my life. Thank you.

My question for you, Bono, is how I can get more involved in the plight of Africa? It sounds so simple…just be involved, but I feel stiffled. Of course, I have joined with ONE and I have networked with a large group of ONE supporters (AKA Zootopians United Against Poverty), but I want to do something that is more tangible. I have helped to organize the ONE group in Utah and we are having monthly meetings. We are raising awareness, getting the word out and we have talked to college groups. We have all written to our politicians in support of Debt relief, AIDs, funding…etc….but I cannot help but feel powerless. I want to serve and make a difference!

I am a family practice physician here and I would gladly give freely of a few weeks a year of my time, but strange as it would seem, I have no where to turn to. Doctors without Borders is a fabulous charity group that provides health care for the underserved, but they require a 6 month committment from physicians. As I am supporting a family, this is impossible and it would seem that when I will no longer caring this responsibility, I will also be too old to pracice medicine. There has to be a way I can give of my services!

If you have any suggestions, please let us all know. I know that there are so many of us out there that want to make this world a better place.

Bless You,
Renee

ALOHA DEAR BONO,I LIVE ON THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII. you have a giant ohana of zootopiansin our group.we love how you have moved us to help as a registered nurse i have had to pass these meds. out to people in america.for someone to say we need to isloate out people with HIV/AIDS IS NOT REALITY!!! the virus is all over the world even on my island!!! in reading other comments forget the negs.they do not get what rock &roll can do!! you do!! i see fellow nurses and doctors who want to help in your cause some how.When babies are being born with this and other diseases it is very sad to me. we once had tb,malaria in check but not now.wars must stop!! and money spent to make medicines.alternative energies as i live on wind,solar power,no fossile fuels.DEAR BONO YOUR DREAMS ARE NOT IMPOSSIBLE AS WE ARE’ONE’ AND WILL HELP YOU. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF,STAFF,OHANA AND I LOVE YOU. NURSE SUSAN R.N. PAPAALOA,HAWAII.XXX

Hi Bono

I am constantly inspired by the work, love and time you and Ali put into help those that need it. Instead of being lost in the hype of celebrity, you are using it to increase the awareness of those without a voice. Are there any plans to bring any of your campaigns ‘downunder’ to NZ or Oz? There are times when living so far away from all the ‘action’ leaves a feeling of isolation and helplessness.
Big hugs to you and Ali for having the balls to stand up and do something!!! I’m proud to be a fan!!!

Bono:

I think you are an inspiring person and I applaud you and Ali for all that you done and will do for the people of Africa.

Now my question is this: Will you put pressures on rich countries for the meds and treatments of other diseases like you have with HIV/Aids? And will you be asking people to make organ donation to the people of Africa if need be? Or at least a blood donation?

The reason I asked the last question is that my mom is the recipiant of an organ donation and kept it for over 25 years without the fear of rejection. And I do stress the “if need be” of the last question.

Dear Bono and Ali!

I’m very excited of you humanitarian activity throughout the world. You’re doing a great job and it’s an amazing thing - you manage to combine this job with your full-time position of lead singer for the biggest band in the world.

Ali, thanks so much for you work with CCP, thanks for visiting Belarus, unfortunately I couldn’t be in Minsk on April 19, 2006 to talk to you.

P.S.
Edge: Bono, are we (verti)going to Belarus?
Bono: Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah!!!

I would like to pose the following question. Surely the RED and EDUN T-shirts are not just made in Africa, as many other T-shirts are? We all know that it is not easy to produce clothing in a responsible way, we all have heard about sweatshop conditions. I sincerely hope we are not only talking about jobs in Lesotho, but also about decent jobs were workers are earning a living wage under good working conditions. How does Bono make sure that this is actually happening?
Thanks for your answer.

Hello mister B!
Have there come any ideas of some new tunes on this journey? I presume that you see a lot of disaster in Africa. Will there be some angry rock tunes a la bullet the blue sky?

Don’t burn out Bono, we need your voice to sing in the future
Kiss the future

Love and respekt
Einar

one more thing: if you should need more volunteers for your work, I’m more than willing to help

God bless you, Bono. Thank you, from one of the millions people whose lives have been touched by yours.

Sam

Hi Bono,
my name is Silvia and I live in Vienna/Austria. I have a lot of love and respect for you and admire the work you are doing. May God alway bless you, your band and your family.

My question is not much different from what other people here have asked before:
When will the RED products be available in the rest of Europe and are there any plans to sell them anywhere outside the UK?
Also, I would like to know if there is a campaign like ONE that I could sign on to, since ONE seems to be an American campaign.

Continue with your great work, stay safe and healthy.

Lots of Love
SILVIA

Bono,

You are the biggest lying limo liberal hypocrite on earth! I have been a fan of your music for 25 years and so I have seen you manipulate people with your lectures. Remember in the 80s when you bashed Reagan for involving the USA in south america? And now we see you advocating the same thing! Why is it I can’t find any information on you donating any significant portion of your fortune to the poor people? I certainly find numerous stories of you buying mansions around the world for your pleasure! Why is it when offered 12 million to your charity for just using a U2 song in a commerical backgrouynd you rejected it? If you care for the poor so much isn’t a sacrifice on your part necessary? You see Bono, although many people try to paint you as a saint, you are no saint. You are someone who boosts his groups popularity on the backs of the poor.

Bono, what keeps you so optimistic? I mean, we have to remember that 9 out of 10 politicians act purely on what will win them the next election. The vast majority are not going to dream of doing anything too unpopular, because it will lose them their job. OK, debt cancellation and increased aid to Africa is probably a positive step in most voters’ eyes, but the trade issue, surely the only thing that will ultimately allow Africa to compete as an equal on the world stage, is far trickier. Abolishing the Common Agricultural Policy, for example, looks like the fair and right thing to do, and personally I believe it is ultimately our only option, but taking a step like this would be tantamount to political suicide. No politician is going to agree to these changes in trade laws because, quite frankly, there would be uproar from the entire population. Just look at the attempt to change youth employment laws in France recently: the government had to beat a shamefaced retreat on an issue that affected only a tiny section of the population. Changing any significant trade laws would affect a huge section of the popoulation, and people, understandably, are unwilling to allow their livelihoods to be endangered. Politicians may agree to better aid, but without free and fair trade, Africa is going to get nowhere. Do you have any answers as to how we can overcome these barriers?

You’re doing a great job, though, Bono: keep it up! (But don’t forget the music: we need that too!) God bless you and Ali.

Felicity

When will you release a new album? How To Dismantle an Atom Bomb came out two years ago. That might as well be two hundred years ago!

Also, why did the band decide not to play Electrical Storm live on the Vertigo tour? Beyond being a great tune, it has the distinction of being the only U2 single ever to have never been played live.

Thank you for the influence that you have been on my life! I learned to sing singing your songs. I learned to write poetry reading your lyrics. And I had a lot of sex listening to Achtung Baby!

Love and Respect,

Noah

Bono,

All of my life I have been looking for something to change my life. I have been very blessed with my wife, children, and career. I still feel I can make a difference. I donate to all the charities and I have been involved in several charity events, but wish for the opportunity to make a difference as well in a larger scheme. I can not do it with money, I can not do it with fame, but I do try to make a difference with how I am living my life.

Trying to be more honest, live with integrity.

You have been such an inspiration to millions and how you still look and carry yourself as a human (despite your on stage personas over the years)

You are truely worthy of your great cause and just like your music, you will truely be remember for your humanitarian efforts more then your music. Music changes lives, but your off stage efforts have SAVED lives and for that, you should be honored for. You are among the best speakers I have ever known. bill Clinton rates as one of the best. Forget his politics, just listen to him. He takes yo uand makes you listen and when he is completed, you feel as if he reached you on another level.

It is my one wish to shake your hand and thank you for your continuing efforts!

Be safe!

Rob

Bono,
Know. I am keeping my eye on the politicians who follow through on their pledges. They will receive my support. You already have it. Thank you very much for enlightning me. Rock on!

Hi Bono,

While I am a great admirer and supporter of you and your work in Africa, there is a great deal of cynicism and misinformation circling in the United States (and elsewhere as well, I imagine) about the whole ordeal.

Your supporters know better, those of us that have followed you and Geldof and everyone else know that hope for Africa lies not just in foriegn aid, but in trade, commerce, education, and the elimination of corruption.

However, the greater majority of the public see it all as a waste. They see you as nothing more than a loud-mouthed rock star sticking his nose where it doesn’t belong. All they see is a continent full of corruption, which in their mind, will never change. Because of this, they assume any money given will just be wasted.

My question is, what can be done on a larger scale to educate the general public that there really is hope for Africa, that donated money isn’t just going into the pockets of corrupted leaders, that the campaign is about trade, not just aid, about justice, not just charity?

In conclusion, thank you for everything you’ve done. From your music, to your faith, to your generous spirit, you’ve inspired myself and countless others to be better people.

Thank you,
Chasity

Bono,
I just want to say you have made more change in the world than you could ever know. You have done so much for so many people as a whole, myself included.
You have inspired me to think about what I can do for the world, how I can leave it a better place than it was when I came into it. You have taught me a simple kind word, or smile, can change a person’s life. You made me dig deeper into issues I may have not been as aware of before as I should have been, Amnesty International, Africa, Fair Trade and Third World Debt. I cannot be the only one you have inspired in such a way. One thing I am wondering about, however, is how you get across the importance of personal responsibility to people. For example I was asking a musician friend of mine if he might have an instrument to give the New Orleans part of Music Rising. He replied “Well, Dave Matthews just gave 2 million, that’ll buy enough instruments.” I told him it didn’t eliviate our indiviual responsibility. He just shrugged. Does that ever concern you, that people think “well Bono is taking care of it so I don’t have to?” How do you keep a balance between what you do and reminding people that they have a personal responsibility to the world they live in, and their fellow human beings?
Thank you for doing what you believe in, giving others the courage to do the same, and making the world a better place from the beautiful music to the making sure the smallest child in Africa has clean water to drink.
With Respect,
Dan’a

Hi Bono,

i really want to have Apple`s brand new Mac Book …
…. in RED!! I would really enjoy it!

Give it to the Mac world! Talk about that with Steve Jobs.
Thanks a lot
h from fifa worldcup 2006 country

BONO - NOTHING IS ACCOMPLISHED WITHOUT PASSION!
BE SAFE ALWAYS

Hi Bono!
I just want to thank you & Ali for the great work you are doing for Africa! It’s great that you are “raising awareness” and inspire so many people! My question: Where do you see Africa’s own role? I guess, one thing that has to improve is trade! But what are the concrete plans? (I really like the idea behind Edun, by the way…)

Thanks again and WALK ON!
Nicole

PS- I would also be happy, if the RED products were easier to purchase all over Europe!

I just finished a presentation at my son’s elementary school on Africa, with a dear friend of mine who has lived there (in Sierra Leone). The children were riveted by the artifcats we brought; the different tribes represented; the hardships faced by the people; and they had a lot of questions. Their little minds began churning until they decided they wanted to somehow adopt a village or a family or a school in Africa, so they could help them with the day to day items needed for survival. They talked of fund raising; bake sales; donating allowances; and were wanting to communicate with African children through art, music, letters, drawings, etcetera.

My question is this: Does ONE or DATA or any other organization have a program set up (or are you interested in setting up something???!) connecting children worldwide to children in Africa? Something where a school or a community could “adopt” an African school or village and not only communicate with them but also directly provide them with some of the items so desperately needed?

This was a question from the children in my son’s class. While the presentation was age appropriate, the children were very startled to learn how differently the African children live, and they were immediately engaged solving the African problem!

We are going further with our Africa project through educating our children and community. Africa has long been a country of my heart, and those of us who have watched the continent consumed are ecstatic and grateful that you have chosen to reach out. Thank you for that.

Hey Bono,
I would like to know what has changed in Africa? I know the situation’s really bad, but I’d like to know what has changed with your help and with help of a lot of people.
Thanks,

Ale (Big u2 fan, thanks for the music and lyrics)

GOD BLESS YOU BONO….

Bono,
No questions, really, but I just would like to thank you so much for changing my life with your music, and saving so many lives through your efforts in Africa. God bless you and keep you always, and be safe!
Love,
-Sarah

hey bono
first i wanto thank you for your sweet heart for africa,surely not everybody sees her even though she is the bigger of woman (a continent). most of the times she is invisible,like many things in this world (it is quiet ironic). but bono,,what is it you got in your eyes that lets you see her? love?,faith?,justice thirst?,bono how is your heart and mind feeling? ,surely everything we want is not so easy to achive but you dont surrender, what is it eh? that you got inside your heart that lets you belive it can be done?, love? faith? justice faith?, i wantto thank you really,,though i know you might say “dont mention it” , surely there are someone else’s strings that keeps you moving from above, i know, youre a common man but an unique spirit, a unique man,,really,,you dont let yourself be traped inside a bubble,,and that is quiet brave,,you have “the perfect life” but just dont live it,,i think you are seeing and wanting to live with them “their not so easy lives” because,,what is it life? just life,,surely someday it will be more than perfect life or not so easy life,,i know the chosen man is comming soon,,and africa will be freed from sores and hunger and europe will be cured from indiference, from technology that leads us far from what we really are,,yeah,,it is patent the sore and ache of africa and your dream i hope is not a dream but a reality, to see her healthy and alive for rising her children, i know is not a dream but a promis, i dont think you re trying to “change the world” as many people say, youre just changing your world,,not being indifferent to her pain, what is it? that keeps you eager,brilliant,opptimistick,alive,a dreamer?. i know it is something the world is lacking of, i never talked to you and think will never,,but thank you, just thank you by heart. i know this dreams youre walking after might be hard to achieve, but i know africa is gonna be freed from pain, and also europe and america and south america and the rest of the world, because there is a dream and that is this, we re gonna wake up from this, yeah africa is hurted and it is most of the times she is “the bigger invisible”, and youre saying “lean on me”, whom is she you lean on??? . bono youre such a warrior and a peace maker, a rich man and a begger at the same time, stretching out your pale and babyish hand to beg the queen of the world a coin to buy to the “invisible one” another breath,yeah bono.
god bless you.

Bono: I really appreciate what you are doing to make a better world to live. You are a great singer and one of the bests humans beings. I hope it would be more people like you.

Thank you so much for coming to Mexico, it was a pleasure to having you and your bandmates, they algo are great persons.

Sincerely: Juan Pablo Jaramillo, from Guadalajara, Mexico.

Hey Bono!

Thanks for sharing your passion for Africa. It got our church’s youth group involved in raising money for World Vision. When you got 30 some kids raising over $12,000, I’d say they’re into this for the rest of their lives, hopefully. By the way, when’s the new U2 album coming out?

John.

TRUE OR FALSE?*
The Irish would prefer that you direct your efforts and energies toward solving problems at home in Ireland rather than focusing on the issues in Africa.

*Your perception, of course*

Bono,
You are an extrodinary soul. I envy the beautiful things that you do with your life. One person can change the world-you are a testament to that. Keep up with the fantastic work that you are doing.
Kylie Mayberry
Australia

Hello Bono!!

I work with students at a University in the United States. Having been a volunteer for many years myself, I enjoy passing on the experience and watching them grow as they step outside their comfort zones and learn more about the ways of the world around them.

My students are very dynamic, with brilliant ideas. They enjoy learning especially through service and interaction, and want to have a positive impact on the world. They are well aware of poverty not only in Africa, but all over the globe, including our own nation.

We have signed your petition and called our politicians. But my students and I are eager to help out more kinetically and use our own hands to create positive change. We don’t want to go and “help the poor people”, we are interested in providing support to different communities and helping them strive.

What can my students and I do to assist this cause? My students are considering career options as graduation sneaks upon them, and they are eager to focus their work on these developing nations. We are getting antsy while waiting for politicians to make their move. I understand the importance of their support, but we want to do things ourselves as well.

The word has been spread. Now we are ready to go and get things done.

Thanks so much for all that you do! Thank you for your light and love. The world awaits your return so you can share with us what you’ve learned. Keep following your heart and putting your trust in your own intuition, regardless of what other people say. =)

Oh, one more question, can you explain again how sheep’s bladders may be employed to prevent earthquakes?

Rock on…

(Editor’s note: the last question is a Monty Python reference)

Hi, I´m from argentina - Buenos aires.
Hi Bono, my question is: you think that someday the politicians really became aware from the aid that needs Africa?
Thank you & Ali for the great work you are doing for Africa! It´s great to see the smile in the boys. You Are a great man, with a great heart, never change Bono.
you are an inspiracion for my. thanks for change my world. Don´t give up
if you need activists to help around the world, counts with me. I haven´t money to offer and
I am far, but if could help of another way, count with my, and send me information, please.

Thanks for everything Bono. God bless you and ali. Hugs.

coexist.
Love and peace.

Hi Bono, I just thank you & Ali for the great work you are doing for Africa! It´s great to see the smile in these boys. You Are a great man, with a great heart, never change Bono.
you are an inspiracion for my. thanks for change my world. Don´t give up
if you need activists to help around the world, counts with me. I haven´t money to offer and
I am far, but if could help of another way, count with my, and send me information, please.

Thanks for everything Bono. God bless you and ali. Hugs.

coexist.
Love and peace.

Bono:

Thank you B-man for being such an inspiration, how do you it? what’s the main thing that drives you to the things that you do?

Would you come and give a chat about what’s going on in Africa, and the issues involving third world debt? (I live in Mexico City).

I really don’t know exactly what to ask you, but I always wonder how you can handle it emotionally when you travel to Africa and all the other places in the world where so many people are suffering. And how do you stay so optimistic and hopeful, especially in such a cynical world?

All my best to you and your lovely family. My Mom (who is Irish) always says “God love him, he could be sitting in a pub and counting his money” So there you go -)My Mom is a tough nut to crack but you definitely have her seal of approval.

Love, Regina-a longtime U2 fan

Hi Bono
First off…Im a U2 freak!!!….Ok now..I have a question about the EDUN clothing line project…
I love the purpose of the line of who it is benefitting, my question is will the prices always be that high?? I mean I figured (as a fellow fashion designer) that the prices would be more moderate so there would be more sales therefore benefitting the factory workers in being able to produce more garments. I just think sales would increase and there would be more production for the workers.
Also the sizes they are all very small. I am hoping sizes will also be taken into consideration to be able to increase sales…
On that note the clothing is beautiful…I just cannot afford it!!
Can’t wait for the next album!*YOU ROCK*
oxox
CZ

Hello Bono!
No questions
You’re my Hero!
Thanks!

From Lima, Perú: God bless you!