[Conservativegreatgrandma]

Stopping the spread of AIDs is the key.

How true. AIDS is not caused by the lack of drugs. Until the behavior is changed (whether in this country or another) this is like pouring money down a rathole.

[Pietro]

"Until the behavior is changed (whether in this country or another) this is like pouring money down a rathole."

Actually, a significant portion of the money is being dedicated to prevention. The model used in Uganda , abstenance and teaching, has lowered the spread of this disease in that country. The black man sitting beside Laura Bush at the SOTU was the health official from Uganda who has pioneered this approach.

Unlike in the US, AIDS in Africa has spread to the general population. If the civilized world doesn't stop it there it will no doubt soon be upon our door and not limited to a certain demographic.

[ClancyJ]

No AIDS is not cured by money - however, easing of pain, suffering and a longer life is aided. In addition, there are babies in Africa that are being raped by AIDS infected men believing they will receive a cure by such.

Would be really an improvement in the life of the babies to have this belief dispelled and these ignorant men seeking drugs instead of babies.