"People don't like land mines, especially the survivors and the people who are living in the countries with them. They think they are cowardly, like we do, so I think it's down to the governments to actually just listen to the people and sign the treaty and get rid of all these things and there would be an end to it."

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Source: McCartney, wife host land mine benefit. The Associated Press, www.today.com. November 16, 2005.

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Paul McCartney

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Paul McCartney is a legendary musician and songwriter, best known for his work with The Beatles and his influential solo career.

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