"Bono claims to be "representing the poorest and most vulnerable people". But talking to a wide range of activists from both the poor and rich worlds since ONE published its article last week, I have heard the same complaint again and again: that Bono and others like him have seized the political space which might otherwise have been occupied by the Africans about whom they are talking. Because Bono is seen by world leaders as the representative of the poor, the poor are not invited to speak. This works very well for everyone – except them."
- George Monbiot
Another patronizing and offensive essay from a white liberal savior. Mr. Monbiot should listen to himself. The great white savior calling the great white savior White. You read this article; you would think Africans are these cute simians incapable of thinking for themselves. In the 21st century. This kind of white liberal condescension is so infuriating. Why does Nigeria need to be helped to think itself out of bad deals? Why? Bono and Monbiot should leave Africa alone.
- George Monbiot
Another patronizing and offensive essay from a white liberal savior. Mr. Monbiot should listen to himself. The great white savior calling the great white savior White. You read this article; you would think Africans are these cute simians incapable of thinking for themselves. In the 21st century. This kind of white liberal condescension is so infuriating. Why does Nigeria need to be helped to think itself out of bad deals? Why? Bono and Monbiot should leave Africa alone.
- Ikhide
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