"I truly believe that when the history books are written, our age will be remembered for three things: the war on terror, the digital revolution, and what we did - or did not do - to put the fire out in Africa. History, like God, is watching what we do."

Bono Musician, Activist
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Source: Bono's remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast, February 2, 2006.

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Bono

Musician, Activist

Bono is the lead singer of U2 and a prominent activist known for his work in human rights and social justice.

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