A Decade of Progress

     Wow, I have a new found respect for Bono (and incase you live under a rock, that's the lead singer of U2). Cudos to him, I never knew he could be such an eloquent and persuasive writer. I would just like to say thank you Bono, keep doing what you're doing.
    Aside from music, Bono is known for his activism in Africa, helping the continent (and the world) put an end to AIDS.  "In 2002, two million people were dying of AIDS and more than three million were newly infected with H.I.V. Around 50,000 people in the sub-Saharan region had access to treatment." Bono has speant the last decade over in Africa, doing hands on work, making a difference. He has faught hard to get these people the medicine they needed, truly his efforts are commendable. However, this article is not about Bono praising himself, it is about him reflecting over the past decade, and thanking those who have madde it possible to come such a long way. "How did we get here? America led. I mean really led." Bono thanks every activist, every official, and every politician who outreached to those in need; those with HIV. His article is literally oozing with gratitude. He thanks America for working for "the beginning the end of AIDS." With American aide, there are now nearly 6.6 million HIV infected africans living with life-saving madeicine and "new research proves that early antiretroviral treatment, especially for pregnant women, in combination with male circumcision, will slash the rate of new H.I.V. cases by up to 60 percent.This is the tipping point we have been campaigning for. We’re nearly there."  He thanks America for making the last decade a decade of progress.          
   Bono's "A Decade of Progress " overflowed with pathos! The very first paragraph was an emotionally overwhelming use of imagery that pulls in the reader for an emotional ride "It was the look in their eyes when the nurses gave them the diagnosis — H.I.V.-positive — then said there was no treatment. I saw no anger in their expression. No protest. If anything, just a sort of acquiescence." Bono obviously thinks highly of the U.S., talking about America's "heroism" and courage. "But on this World AIDS Day I would like you to stop and consider what America has achieved in this war to defend lives lived far away and sacred principles held closer to home. "Bono flatters the U.S. and takes a stab at the American heart, " But America’s boldest leap of faith is worth recalling. And the thing is, as I see it, the Eagle hasn’t landed yet....To get this far and not plant your flag would be one of the greatest accidental evils of this recession." oh Bono....you're merciless. Way to just tear out my heart, you're worse than those sad anial shelter commercials. VERY SUCCESSFUL ARTICLE, YOU GO BONO.

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