He's a major activist when it comes to spending government (i.e. taxpayer) money on worthy causes such as AIDS in Africa. Yet this filthy rich guy moves his business from the UK to Holland specifically to avoid paying taxes.
It's easy to advocate spending someone else's money. Does anyone know if Bono actually reaches into his own pocket to help others? I have the impression that he doesn't.
2007-06-09 03:12:49 · 12 answers · asked by Tom S 7 in News & Events ➔ Current Events
Bono criticise`s government `s for not devoting more resources to developing countries. But will do anything from paying tax.which in term will help those who need in Ireland and oversea`s.
Until recently U2 Ltd, which deals with the band's royalty payments, estimated to be worth one third of the band's £460 million fortune, was based in Dublin. According to documents seen by the Ireland on Sunday newspaper, the company opened up in Amsterdam on June 1
irony of Bono's investment in Forbes "in a magazine that celebrates wealth and consumption . "
Roger McNamee, a co-founder of Bono's Elevation Partners, responded: "The way you solve poverty is giving people the tools to overcome it."
It's a good point, but one never pushed by Bono.
2007-06-09 03:53:55 · answer #1 · answered by Leo 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I'm positive that he gives plenty of cash to the cause. It's always interesting when people like you bring up money when discussing someone's commitment to a movement. There are many ways besides opening up your wallet, to promote a just cause. Ghandi, and Martin Luther King undoubtedly provided some personal financial resources to their causes, but in the end, they gave much more than that. They gave their lives, literally! What do you think is the greater cost?
2007-06-09 11:10:49 · answer #2 · answered by DAKal 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I tried to find out the exact cash figures of his donations but came up empty handed. Most websites simply say that he donates "substantial amounts" for his causes.
His fans, however donate quite a lot.
2007-06-09 10:19:17 · answer #3 · answered by QuiteNewHere 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
The last thing I heard was him and a few other bands did a concert for aides and charged for doing it, not all of them I was shocked thats not charity work!
2007-06-09 11:37:39 · answer #4 · answered by Joy 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I don't actually know the answer but I get the impression he does. I'm not a fan of his politics or his big mouth, but I do respect his passion and drive.
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2007-06-09 10:16:29 · answer #5 · answered by skippy 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I doubt he donates a large percentage.
He is a bit of a loud mouth and seems to be very quick to point a finger at others
2007-06-09 10:17:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
yes he dose if it worries you why not ask him i give him and bob credit for trying to help
asks you a question do you donate ?
i do
2007-06-09 10:16:04 · answer #7 · answered by fanta 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
yes, he donates lots of money
2007-06-09 10:14:32 · answer #8 · answered by Munkyluva 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Are you kidding me? Goddamn, yes!
2007-06-09 10:14:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
If it gets him a tax break , sure
2007-06-09 11:46:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋