Laura Bush, Soaps and AIDS in Africa?

Today, I learned that the First Lady visited Africa in July, at the same time I was there. I love the fact that she spoke compellingly today, about our role and responsibility to help in Africa, especially to combat AIDS and educate women.

Laura Bush Speaks on Fighting AIDS, Improving Education in Africa

Perhaps more of a surprise, is the news that multiple daytime soap operas will be highlighting the issue of AIDS in Africa next month.

Daytime Unites for Africa: Soap Operas Call Attention on Air to AIDS Crisis

Next, I'll bet Oprah will want to display our pennies!!