 masbury says: A great quote, but somewhat sad. agreed. very sad indeed  Actually, it's a somewhat ignorant quote, since US isn't finding anything - it's taxing the people to get it. Second, it's interesting how of all G8 countries - he's only finding fault with the only one who truly contributes in the world. And finally, he should talk less and contribute more... he certainly has the means, doesn't need to tax anyone to do so, and actually do some good... unless of course being applauded by card-carrying leftists for such a comment is considered 'good'. Of course the fact that he's a nobody to be making these kinds of comments is just a side comment. That's a pretty cynical outlook, RS! 1) that the taxpayers are funding whatever government does is no different than any other country 2) the USA contributes less of its GDP per person to the needy of the world than almost any western nation does. 3) I have no idea how much Bono himself contributes - do you? I know he has been responsible for raising a great deal of money and doing some good with it, as well as publicizing the genuine needs of some tragic situations. 4) He's been involved in helping people in terrible situations for some years, and has considerable expertise and influence as a result. Get up on the wrong side of bed today? Why be such a grinch toward someone who's given quite a bit of himself to try to do some good? Do you hate Mother Teresa, too? And here's a surprise (to me, too): If this fellow's a nobody, how come so many pops on this clip? Truth is, he is a voice that - in some circles - is much respected. No, I got up on the right side, just disagree with the sentiment and still say he's nobody to comment on the issue any more than you or me or anyone else. As for charity - you have to be kidding me about what countries (in total money, don't just do the little math experiments), look at how much money is flowing from US government to other countries and US citizens to other US citizens & other countries and tell me that someone else does more in the world. For the record - I don't 'hate' Bono, and I do admire whatever good he does, just as if anyone else does, Mother Teresa or anyone else. I'm simply stating the man has no business making this kind of comment and you somehow translate it ... Since this article and the supporting comments are a little light on the actual facts - here are some I found within 30 secs of searching the 'net. Interesting facts about the amount of money that the US gives to the UN (this money is given totally voluntarily and above and beyond the Billions of dollars that are extorted out of us by nations like China, Syria, Iran, Russia, Venezuela and every other dictatorial regime that somehow gets a seat at the UN table.) 51.4% of the World Food Program budget to help feed 72 million people in 82 countries.* 17.1% of the United Nations Children’s Fund budget to feed, vaccinate, educate and protect children in 162 countries 25% of the United Nati... Well said, although you didn't mention that the 22% US pays into the UN is a single country out of over 200 there. Actually Bono did some things together with the President, so he isn't quite as biased as masbury here is. It's just ridiculous that Bono makes this, clearly uneducated on the subject, comment. Have to run - but will be back to you on this - thanks! M. OK, I've added a couple of clips to illustrate my point. You are right, of course, that the USA gives away a great deal of money; I have no quarrel with that. But consider these clips: 1. 34% of all the money in the world is in North America, which represents 6% of the world's population. When you realize that our nation has, perhaps, 30% of all the world's money, paying 25% of the UN budget doesn't seem quite so out of line. 2. In foreign aid given compared to income, the USA ranks second-to-last among developed nations. We give about a 25 cents per year per person for dev... First we need to take care of our own. Then address others. It doesn't make sense to go through what we're going through on Wall Street with us having to fork out the money to save institutions screwed up by greedy and inept politicians, while those same politicians give away millions to others, many of whom, btw, spit in our face at ever opportunity. Some of the things we've done are tremendousYes we have and that's certainly something to be proud of. It doesn't need a 'but'. OK, after a night of reflecting on it, rs, I think you have some points worth taking. Most especially, I should commend Bush when he does well. I want to be an independent more than I want to be a Democrat. And he has done well on increasing money to fighting disease worldwide. He deserves credit for that. Colin Powell does, too - for he wisely saw international poverty as a security threat. See, that wasn't so painful  It's not all bad and yes, we can and should strive to do better, you won't get any argument from me on that.But just think logically, why is the US the most thought after country in terms of immigration, legal & otherwise? It's certainly not because people like short-named countries. I came to the US 30 years ago, but to this day I'm amazed at what was (and is) achieved over some 200+ years, versus thousands of years of many other countries that can't hold a candle to the USA in just about every respect. Even with our financial woes, look how everyone else is tied to us - the markets fall elsewhere when we have issues... No question we have problems - but I still say it's the best country in the world! |
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