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Prince's Politics and Charity Work As a Prince fan I just wanted to state that I enjoy Prince's lack of political public stances. I like the he is mainly anti-war and the political song I associate strongly with him is Ronnie Talk To Russia. Although a silly, fun song, the heart of it is communication and peace, something that was warranted in the cold war 80s, and likely now with Bush's possibly ill-conceived war in Iraq (where are the weapons and Saddam already, who is all getting killed?).
I contrast Prince to Bono who recently was in Canada supporting our incumbent Prime Minister, saying he was cool and Canada was cool. Bono would like Canada to forgive African debt. I personally found it embarrassing as a music fan to see him sucking up to us (I am Canadian). Also like Prince does his low key food drives and his Love41Another charities without seeking media attention, not saying he should'nt have participated in We Are the World in the 80s , but obviously Prince would not have been in his comfort zone there, but it's nice to note he's more about helping than carrying a high profile (political or otherwise). Anyway, hope not too controversial post, just wanted to say I appreciate Prince's style, and his concern is artistry, not profile. | |
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lonelyxmas1 said: Bush's possibly ill-conceived war in Iraq (where are the weapons and Saddam already, who is all getting killed?).
Funny you mention this and my reply would probably be better off in another forum. But with all the so called intelligence, there is no way that Saddam and Bin Laden are still free/alive. The wool is being pulled over our eyes to prolong this war. How's that for controversy. [This message was edited Wed Nov 19 14:40:28 PST 2003 by marcdeondotcom] | |
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marcdeondotcom said: lonelyxmas1 said: Bush's possibly ill-conceived war in Iraq (where are the weapons and Saddam already, who is all getting killed?).
Funny you mention this and my reply would probably be better off in another forum. But with all the so called intelligence, there is no way that Saddam and Bin Laden are still free/alive. The wool is being pulled over our eyes to prolong this war. How's that for controversy. [This message was edited Wed Nov 19 14:40:28 PST 2003 by marcdeondotcom] Disagree, if the US had bagged it's 2 biggest targets, no doubt Bush would be acting like the Heavyweight champ of the world ready to tackle Syria, Iran and whoever he is designates the axis of evil. What is your home country. I feel sorry for the US that Bush so narrowly received the presidency and in my opinion is badly fumbling it. | |
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lonelyxmas1 said: marcdeondotcom said: lonelyxmas1 said: Bush's possibly ill-conceived war in Iraq (where are the weapons and Saddam already, who is all getting killed?).
Funny you mention this and my reply would probably be better off in another forum. But with all the so called intelligence, there is no way that Saddam and Bin Laden are still free/alive. The wool is being pulled over our eyes to prolong this war. How's that for controversy. [This message was edited Wed Nov 19 14:40:28 PST 2003 by marcdeondotcom] Disagree, if the US had bagged it's 2 biggest targets, no doubt Bush would be acting like the Heavyweight champ of the world ready to tackle Syria, Iran and whoever he is designates the axis of evil. What is your home country. I feel sorry for the US that Bush so narrowly received the presidency and in my opinion is badly fumbling it. I agree. I don't think US Intelligence is anywhere near what they claim. I think the US guilty of trying to make themselves look bad-ass, when in reality, they fat-ass All the gals say hoe if your man's giving up the gold. All the fellas say ruff if you're only giving up the bone. | |
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garnis said: lonelyxmas1 said: marcdeondotcom said: lonelyxmas1 said: Bush's possibly ill-conceived war in Iraq (where are the weapons and Saddam already, who is all getting killed?).
Funny you mention this and my reply would probably be better off in another forum. But with all the so called intelligence, there is no way that Saddam and Bin Laden are still free/alive. The wool is being pulled over our eyes to prolong this war. How's that for controversy. [This message was edited Wed Nov 19 14:40:28 PST 2003 by marcdeondotcom] Disagree, if the US had bagged it's 2 biggest targets, no doubt Bush would be acting like the Heavyweight champ of the world ready to tackle Syria, Iran and whoever he is designates the axis of evil. What is your home country. I feel sorry for the US that Bush so narrowly received the presidency and in my opinion is badly fumbling it. I agree. I don't think US Intelligence is anywhere near what they claim. I think the US guilty of trying to make themselves look bad-ass, when in reality, they fat-ass Very astute political commentary  . But wrong forum. | |
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garnis said: lonelyxmas1 said: marcdeondotcom said: lonelyxmas1 said: Bush's possibly ill-conceived war in Iraq (where are the weapons and Saddam already, who is all getting killed?).
Funny you mention this and my reply would probably be better off in another forum. But with all the so called intelligence, there is no way that Saddam and Bin Laden are still free/alive. The wool is being pulled over our eyes to prolong this war. How's that for controversy. [This message was edited Wed Nov 19 14:40:28 PST 2003 by marcdeondotcom] Disagree, if the US had bagged it's 2 biggest targets, no doubt Bush would be acting like the Heavyweight champ of the world ready to tackle Syria, Iran and whoever he is designates the axis of evil. What is your home country. I feel sorry for the US that Bush so narrowly received the presidency and in my opinion is badly fumbling it. I agree. I don't think US Intelligence is anywhere near what they claim. I think the US guilty of trying to make themselves look bad-ass, when in reality, they fat-ass US Intelligence = Oxymoron. All orgnotes and emails requesting trades or how to acquire bootleggage will be ignored. - The ThreadKiller - | |
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gsh said: garnis said: lonelyxmas1 said: marcdeondotcom said: lonelyxmas1 said: Bush's possibly ill-conceived war in Iraq (where are the weapons and Saddam already, who is all getting killed?).
Funny you mention this and my reply would probably be better off in another forum. But with all the so called intelligence, there is no way that Saddam and Bin Laden are still free/alive. The wool is being pulled over our eyes to prolong this war. How's that for controversy. [This message was edited Wed Nov 19 14:40:28 PST 2003 by marcdeondotcom] Disagree, if the US had bagged it's 2 biggest targets, no doubt Bush would be acting like the Heavyweight champ of the world ready to tackle Syria, Iran and whoever he is designates the axis of evil. What is your home country. I feel sorry for the US that Bush so narrowly received the presidency and in my opinion is badly fumbling it. I agree. I don't think US Intelligence is anywhere near what they claim. I think the US guilty of trying to make themselves look bad-ass, when in reality, they fat-ass US Intelligence = Oxymoron. Too bad also Bush is playing with his "terrorist" axe to forget all his other faults... I'm sure Saddam is in the USnow. Don't forget that there are many financial back up to Saddam and Bin Laden (who are not connected because they simply hate each other!!!) in the US camp... But let's go back to topic : yes I also appreciate Prince's involvment in helping others... I did n't know he does food drives... "Goodness will guide us when love is inside of us... The Force will be with you, always" | |
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marcdeondotcom said: lonelyxmas1 said: Bush's possibly ill-conceived war in Iraq (where are the weapons and Saddam already, who is all getting killed?).
Funny you mention this and my reply would probably be better off in another forum. But with all the so called intelligence, there is no way that Saddam and Bin Laden are still free/alive. The wool is being pulled over our eyes to prolong this war. How's that for controversy. [This message was edited Wed Nov 19 14:40:28 PST 2003 by marcdeondotcom] Well, what if it is the other way around. Let them stay out there so the war can be prolonged? Hmmm... | |
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ugh... we have a(n equally lame) forum for this.  | |
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AaronUniversal said: ugh... we have a(n equally lame) forum for this.
Sorry, I thought I was doing a bit of commentary on Prince and how he is not overt or seeking attention to his benefit in order to gain a media profite (I contrasted this with Bono). I realize I initially got off on a tangent and this aspect was commented on by others. Next time I will put in the political sphere. | |
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you won't see Prince supporting charities with $'s while he is a Jehovas Witness, That's where his money goes, his church.They see preaching the gospel as the most worthwhile charitable deed.
(according to J. Randy Taraborrelli) . [This message was edited Thu Nov 20 11:45:19 PST 2003 by Marrk] |
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Marrk said:[quote]you won't see Prince supporting charities with $'s while he is a Jehovas Witness, That's where his money goes, his church.They see preaching the gospel as the most worthwhile charitable deed.
i thought the meet and greets money was going to charity? thats what he said to a fan supposedly. he didnt mention which one though, maybe he meant a jehova charity (if there is such a thing!)? | |
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softandwet said:[quote] Marrk said: you won't see Prince supporting charities with $'s while he is a Jehovas Witness, That's where his money goes, his church.They see preaching the gospel as the most worthwhile charitable deed.
i thought the meet and greets money was going to charity? thats what he said to a fan supposedly. he didnt mention which one though, maybe he meant a jehova charity (if there is such a thing!)? Perhaps he should have named the 'Charity'. |
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