Give Thanks and Keep Asking For More
When dealing with the 8 richest leaders in the world, I believe that Bono and Bob Geldof know what they are doing. While other organizations/groups have issued words of disappointment and criticism, Bono and Geldof have thanked the leaders for doubling aid and making the summit a success. They may have wanted more but they know that they need to appreciate every little bit that is given. They gladly accept the aid they receive and then show it works and with that, they will come back later asking for more. If the leaders see results, there's no reason for the leaders to hold back.
I may think more could've been done, but every little bit counts. I mostly am still amazed by what Live 8 did for the world. The amount of awareness on Africa's problems has been raised tremendously.
After the concerts were aired, 2,000 viewers complained about how the concerts were aired on MTV. As a result, you can now watch rebroadcasted performances on VH1 from 10 to 3 ET and on MTV from 3 to 8 ET. I believe this a result of people wanting to help Africa and see what this movement is all about.
Turn to MTV or VH1 sometime today. You will see people filled with enthusiasm who are ready to pressure leaders for change in Africa and also willing to donate some of their own money. This is all a result of the efforts of the performers, Bono, and Bob Geldof.
The results of the G8 summit are part of a beginning; a beginning for change in Africa.
posted by Kevin @ 7/09/2005 10:58:00 AM
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I agree. I am absolutely certain the prime reason Geldof and Bono have been so openly grateful is because they feel they now have "a foot in the door". I am sure the result is less than they hoped for, but they know that now the ball is rolling they can apply more pressure in time to achieve the goals that are desired.
I also feel that the bombings in London perversely "helped" in getting something done. The leaders had to be seen to have done something tangible to actively demonstrate their righteousness in the face of their enemies.
"appreciate every little bit"
Yeah... Boner and Geldork live a much better life than I do, and yet they're begging my government to give away more of my money. Great. Wonderful fellas.
Oh yeah, and they also have publicly stated that they know money will not solve the problems in Africa. (Some of us realized that before the last ignorant attempt at this crap (Live-Aid).
So once more, why are my tax dollars being wasted on this ignorance?
*sigh*
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