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Be honest. We have the science, the technology, and the wealth. What we don't have is the will, and that's not a reason that history will accept.

— Bono

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America is an idea, but it's an idea that brings with it some baggage, like power brings responsibility.

PENN Address (2004)

It is such an important idea, Jubilee, that Jesus begins his ministry with this.

National Prayer Breakfast (2006)

The world is more malleable than you think and it's waiting for you to hammer it into shape.

PENN Address (2004)

Sing the melody line you hear in your own head. Remember, you don't owe anybody any explanations, you don't owe your parents any explanations, you don't owe your professors any explanations.

PENN Address (2004)

It is fair to say that we overreacted a bit.

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I like the dreams of the future better than the history of the past, — so good night!

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