October 06, 2005
Bono to Tour with Jimmy Carter?
Nothing takes the prize like sharing the stage with Jimmy Carter.
U2 frontman Bono and singer/activist Bob Geldof are among the favorites to win the 2005 Nobel Peace Prize. ...The two musicians are nominated for their work to relieve poverty and hunger in Africa, including the organization of this year's massive series of Live 8 concerts.
Good luck to these musicians. Because of their efforts, hunger and poverty in Africa have been eliminated for all time. Does this mean that Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF funds can be kept in the U.S. to help Katrina victims?
Posted by GM Roper at October 6, 2005 01:40 PM | TrackBackWoody, please cut Bono some slack so long as he avoids a Cindy breakdown, okay?
You know, it's really hard to stay level-headed when you're suddenly thrust into the spotlight, and Bono has so far done as well as anyone. We're always complaining about the immoral lifestyles of the rich and famous, but when someone breaks the mold, we're all too ready to snipe. Even Jesus would have been hard-pressed to complete His mission in today's media circus, which is one reason he may have come two thousand years ago.
Bono's heart is in the right place. We should be earnestly praying that he keeps his focus on the Lord and doesn't go off the rails (and that he stays out of Jimmy Carter's clutches) .
Posted by civil truth at October 6, 2005 03:25 PM
CT: apparently I don't know enough about Bono's efforts and assumed that they were about like all the other rockers' efforts--that usually raised about as much as the productions cost. Obviously, Bono was suspect when he became part of the short list for the Nobel Peace Prize. I'll cut him some slack until he says that he lusts in his heart.
Posted by Woody at October 6, 2005 03:30 PM
