Bono's Statement

“As an Irishman, I’ve always believed America is not just a country but an idea and a dream that belongs to the whole world.”

 “I know in recent times the world has been reminded that America is an idea that doesn’t even belong to a lot of Americans,” added the singer. “(But) for many Black Americans, Lady Liberty’s torch is far from a beacon of hope — it’s often a flashlight in the face.”