Hawkeye Republican

BONO STILL LOVES YOU: Coldplay frontman Chris Martin has snubbed an invitation to meet British Prime Minister Tony Blair--even after he's witnessed how Bono gracefully tangoes between public opinion and world leaders--because of fears that it would damage his image:

I'm not going to go. I really like Tony Blair. He's interested in the same things as I am - he plays the guitar and he always gives the impression of doing what he can to help.

But I don't particularly want to be photographed with him at the moment.

Thus confirming my fears that I will never meet Chris Martin, since I do not play the guitar or do what I can to help.

Hey Chris, I think naming your child "Apple" damages your image. But, hey, that's just me.