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Posted by u2boy on December 10, 2005 | Via | Permanent link | Save this page to del.icio.us
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Amnesty International has awarded the members of U2 and their manager Paul McGuinness it's highest human rights accolade: the 'Ambassador of Conscience' Award for 2005.

Amnesty International Logo"From Live Aid in 1985 and Amnesty International's 1986 'Conspiracy of Hope' tour, through to Live 8 this past July, U2 has arguably done more than any other band to highlight the cause of global human rights in general and Amnesty International's work in particular. Their leadership in linking music to the struggle for human rights and human dignity worldwide has been ground-breaking and unwavering. They have inspired and empowered millions with their music and by speaking out on behalf of the poor, the powerless and the oppressed.", said Irene Khan, Secretary General of Amnesty International.

Read the full press release on the website of Amnesty International, and check out U2's biography at the Art for Amnesty site.

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