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Sep 28, 2007 • 1 min read

Bono awarded Liberty Medal

Bono has received the Liberty Medal for launching the NGO Data with Bobby Schriver, joining previous recipients including Nelson Mandela and Bill Clinton.

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Bono has been given a medal. And it's a big gold medal to boot. Adding to his collection of sanctimonious gifts and awards, the U2 frontman has been honoured with the Liberty Medal, America's foremost recognition for individuals that have dedicated their lives to pursuing freedom, whether that be as a politician, solo campaigner or slightly ranty pop star. Bono was given the honour specifically for launching international NGO Data (Debt Aids Trade Africa) with fellow activist Bobby Schriver. The U2 singer is amongst prestigious company in being up for the award with previous recipients including Nelson Mandela and Bill Clinton.

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