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“I'm never nervous when I go to meet heads of state. I feel they should be nervous, because they are the ones who'll be held accountable for the lives their decisions will impact the most.”

Quote by Bono

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Bono, full name Paul David Hewson, is an Irish singer, musician, and social activist. He is best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band U2, which has achieved massive success globally since the 1980s. Bono is respected for his aggressive charity work and his commitment to addressing global issues. more

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