Creativity and generosity
This evening in Philadelphia, my favorite music frontman will collect a little recognition for something non-musical. U2 singer Bono is about to receive the Liberty Medal at the National Constitution Center in a ceremony I wish I could attend (though I absolutely cannot, for a variety of reasons).
The thing that has struck me about Bono’s humanitarian side is how willing he is to tackle huge issues, like third-world health and poverty. There are a few voices in the wilderness who still speak out against his effort, but I prefer those who bite off more than they can chew to those who merely sit in the corner criticizing idealism.
I, myself, am usually somewhere in between.
“Don’t admire people for their wealth, but for the creative and generous ways they put it to use.”
- H. Jackson Browne
