Staff Reports
Bono, the lead singer of the globally renowned band U2, has found himself basking in the limelight once again, this time for being honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom by Joe Biden. This prestigious civilian accolade was handed out to a group that can best be described as the “Who’s Who of Woke,” including the likes of Hillary Clinton and George Soros. Apparently, making flashy contributions to leftist causes has its perks, and Bono, with his endless celebrity status, fits right in.
Alongside a parade of pompous elites from entertainment and fashion, Bono has amassed accolades that could fill a stadium, including an honorary knighthood and France’s highest cultural distinction. All this for a guy whose $100 million fortune somehow does not seem influenced by the poverty he often champions. Bono’s resume as an activist includes his efforts against HIV/AIDS, which while admirable, often come wrapped in layers of rock star pretentiousness.
The White House took a moment to wax poetic about the honorees, stating they have “made America and the world a better place.” This declaration came from an administration that seems to redefine what it means to contribute positively to society. Of course, the accolades do not come without a heavy dose of hypocrisy, as many of these leaders stand firmly against the very values that uphold American greatness.
🥴Bono Awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom by Joe Bidenhttps://t.co/oRoyfjd0Il
— Melanie (@MellieMAGA) January 5, 2025
With his involvement in creating the PEPFAR AIDS program, Bono certainly has helped to bridge gaps between warring political factions—but one has to wonder if this is the type of unity Americans crave. Is it really unity when it seems to come at the expense of traditional values and hard-working citizens? Rather, it appears to be another instance of elite elites patting each other on the back while the average American continues to clutch their wallets a little tighter.
This year’s group of 19 honorees serves as a reminder of how the privilege of celebrity can sometimes overshadow the contributions of ordinary Americans whose actual hard work goes unnoticed. Awarding the Medal of Freedom to a cavalcade of allies in activism may excite those on the left, but the sentiments seem far removed from the pulse of mainstream America. In the end, when those who reside in gilded towers receive medals while average citizens are left to navigate their realities, one cannot help but chuckle at the irony.
