Bono for the Bank. The Los Angeles Times is the latest paper to unilaterally back a candidate for World Bank president.

Its choice? Bono - "the most eloquent and passionate spokesman for African aid in the Western world."

Bono may not be an economist, the paper argues, but he'd have plenty of expertise to call on at the Bank.

"Bono could enhance the World Bank's image and sell its poverty-reduction mission far more effectively than the other deserving candidates being mentioned for the job...

"President Bush, who has a large say in who will get the job, should realize that Brand America and the branding of both the World Bank and development generally would benefit greatly if Bono gets the nod."

David Steven ~ February 25, 2005

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