MATT DAMON TALKS TO BRIAN D. JOHNSON ABOUT CELEBRITIES RESCUING AFRICA, HARPER'S BETRAYAL, AND ACTORS IN THE WHITE HOUSE.

DAMON, Matt, 1970-; ACTORS; BUSH, George W. (George Walker), 1946-; BOURNE Identity, The (Film); PITT, Brad, 1963-; ACTIVISTS; BONO, 1960-; POLITICAL participation

The article presents an interview with actor Matt Damon. Damon, who is known for his lead role in the "Bourne Identity" franchise, is also involved in the Canadian children's charity, One X One. Attention is given to Damon's charity work in Africa, as well as his thoughts on actors who get involved in politics. Interview topics include the activism of actor Brad Pitt and musician Bono, U.S. President George W. Bush's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief in Africa, and his thoughts on fatherhood.