Is there ANY way we can get Bono to shut his yapper?

Question

For GOD'S SAKE, we need to find a way!

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Answer 1

You may find it ironic and amusing that a Ronald Reagan Conservative such as myself would defend Bono. Sure, I could joke and say, "Bono, you are no Sonny Bono!" (referring to another astute celebrity, who became mayor of Palm Springs, and did a very good job while in office)

I realize people like him come on a little too strong sometimes, but his is not some Barbra Streisand lightweight. He clearly has done his homework, and is not some intellectual dilettante. He understands the issues he is pursuing. For example, he knows that Africa needs to make some sort of agreement with the West to export their agricultural products because of the very high governmental subsidies the U.S. and Europe provide to farmers. If Africa could start exporting foodstuffs, it could emerge from poverty.

Here is what some U.S. politicians have said about him (quoted from the link below):

"I told him he's my favorite pest. He keeps coming back," said Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin, D-Ill. "It's not unusual for members of Congress to be lobbied by stars and starlets. Usually it's a one-time stand. He's different. He clearly cares. He's clearly committed."

Said former House Majority Leader Dick Armey, R-Texas: "I don't assume that a rock star is going to be lucid on the esoterics of economics." He gave Bono an "A-plus" for being well-informed and intensely devoted to the issues.

Celebrities often make a splash in Washington, whether it's testifying on Capitol Hill on a headline-grabbing issue or posing with the president as Elvis did with Richard M. Nixon. Inaugurals, major presidential speeches and media fetes attract the glitterati and sports stars. A former actor named Ronald Reagan became president and his Hollywood pals made the capital a destination.

But Bono has displayed staying power. He pounds the hallways of Congress, meeting with lawmakers when he can. He calls Washington officials during breaks in recording sessions. He traveled to Africa with Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill in 2002 to draw attention to the plight of the continent's citizens. He enlisted the help of conservative Republican Jesse Helms, even though many in his music circle were aghast.

Answer 2

Please, who on Earth is tying you down and forcing you to listen to this Bono character? If you don't like him or what he says or the way he sings turn it off. Don't listen. Is that difficult for you to figure out. If it is on the Internet than don't click there or if you see it is an article about him than don't read it if he bothers you. Free speech and freedom of expression are not only what YOU want but what applies to everyone. Like it or not Bono has the same rights you do.

Answer 3

I hope not is words are not empty he doesn't constantly make it about himself. He's not so arrogant to insist that you think the way he thinks but instead to just look at the world and do something instead of only write a fat check.
Unlike Oprah who is annoying and pretentious. The favorite things and clothes she says are affordable come on, for who and the constant stream of rich celebs that kiss each others butts, pontificate and ***** about their life (Come on) are SO annoying. Why SO many people follow her like lemmings is beyond my comprehension

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Isn''t there some cause for him to stand for or against on the moon.I got it there is to much pollution in outer space and he should go to the moon and assess the situation and report back to Kerry in the year2200

Answer 6

Just watching him strut down the hall in that clip and then standing up with Kerry and Biden. Nope, he won't shut up and I really hate self-righteous liberal coat-tailers.

Answer 7

Oy, I've been wondering this for years. The guy is the world's biggest poser and such a ridiculous narcissist...

Answer 8

I don't know, he really should just go back to making music, but he hasn't made any good stuff since the 90s.

Answer 9

if 'they' can shut Bono up


none of us have a chance in hell of being heard


careful what you wish for

Answer 10

Since we're gonna shoot bono, could we also shoot Lil Chris, god he pisses me off!!