Bono has said that the hopeful message of this song is especially meaningful during these difficult times.

VOA: special.2009.04.10

That's what we did during the difficult times back in year 2000, 2001, 2002.

这就是我们在2000至2002年困难时期,所做的一切。

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"During these difficult economic times, higher energy prices pose a great hardship on families struggling to make ends meet.

VOA: standard.2009.06.13