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“It seems absolutely wrong that people should be able to profit in this cynical way from an event that is designed to highlight the need for action on poverty in Africa, and for which so many artists and others are donating their valuable time for nothing [on people selling Live8 concert tickets on eBay]”

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James Purnell is a British politician born on March 2, 1970. He has held various political roles and has been actively involved in numerous political campaigns and initiatives. more

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