I hope this 1 minute video convinces or reaffirms your commitment to look for (Red) branded products. The life-saving power of medicine that is currently available should not be denied these innocent victims of HIV.

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I recently discovered that two of my favorite artists have recorded a beautiful tune; “Long Distance Love”.
Here are world class Nigerian performers Keziah Jones and Nneka with a catchy tune that is romantic and nostalgic.

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 As a volunteer for ONE.org, I was at the U2 concert at the University of Phoenix stadium. Awesome show.
The underlying message came from Archbishop Desmond Tutu

 The stage was gargantuan…

The video screen redefined what a video screen is. 54 tons, expands to 14,000 sq feet. (oh, and I had good seats “The inner circle” I believe they […]

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Bono of U2 and founder of ONE
I joined “One.org” and “join(Red)” years ago. Founded by U2’s front man, Bono, these truly grassroots organizations fight poverty and AIDS around the world.
In the “What We Do” section of One it states…
At ONE, we achieve change through advocacy. We hold world leaders to account for the commitments they’ve […]

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Here’s one of my favorite authors, Chimimanda Adichie, talking about how hearing a “single story” about a person or country can lead to misunderstanding…

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President Obama arrived in Ghana today. The west African country was obviously chosen because it has moved so much farther ahead of other African nations in many crucial factors.
While not being anywhere near perfect (and neither is the USA, btw), Ghana has set an example to developing nations with a violence-free, democratic election; followed by a smooth transition of […]

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Even though the temps have hovered in the low 60’s, this year’s Milwaukee Summerfest is not an oxymoron unto itself. Summer has definitely arrived here in the frozen tundra when this annual mammoth festival opens.
 
For me, it was another great experience. Earlier last week I had photo-pit access to Earth, Wind & Fire performing with Chicago in the Marcus […]

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Tinariwen are a Malian (Northwest African) ensemble made up of former Tuareg rebels who put down their guns and picked up guitars. This hypnotic, desert rock scorcher is from their 2004 release, “Amassakoul”.
 

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Congratulations to the people of Ghana. The West African democracy held major elections on Sunday 12/7 and all indications are that they continue to lead the way in peaceful, diverse, elections on the continent.
A run-off will be held on 12/28 between the top two Presidential vote getters because neither received 50% of the popular vote […]

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Well once again the date says it’s Saturday but not here. So still time to post a world music video as promised.
Here’s the legendary Femi Kuti; son of African icon Fela Anikulapo Kuti.
Femi was born in London on 16 June 1962 to Fela and Remi Kuti and grew up in the former Nigerian capital, […]

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