The power of VIP

I was just thinking about the power of being a famous person, when thinking of how much good you can do... Let's look at Leonardo DiCaprio for example. He started the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation to foster awareness of environmental issues through participation with many outstanding organizations, ranging from the National Resources Defense Council (USA) to National Geographic Kids. DiCaprio also has lobbied hard for universal access to clean water and for reducing fossil fuel emissions and other greenhouse gases worldwide. Another good example would be Bono, of U2. There are few people in the music industry who have the presence of Bono. The Irish frontman of U2 knows no limitations when it comes to fighting poverty and hunger, and is constantly in direct contact with world leaders and policy makers in his quest to make the world a better place. Bono has been a leader in the fight against poverty, and has helped to create the ONE Campaign, DATA, (RED) and EDUN, a clothing company which is striving to stimulate trade with poverty stricken countries. Bono has received 3 nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize, and was knighted in 2007. And many more examples can come up...
When you take into account their international status, then you realize that their influence upon others can be tremendous! Thus, fans can identify with their icons, by contributing to worthy causes. Fans, in their thousands, can really put a stop to many illegal practices, can really join hands in fighting poverty, famine, war and issues concerning wildlife and environment. It's good to watch these celebrities in action, because, by doing so, you realize that, in fact, you can become a partner to these people, in helping them accomplish their mission, which, in fact, is our mission, all the people's mission. That is, to make a better world.