The Nominees: Good Woodie

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Their committments to social causes effected the greatest change this year

Eddie Vedder
Humanitarian Work
For continued activism surrounding veteran issues, Bridge School benefit, PETA, and Children's music programs.
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Emmanuel Jal
"Gua Africa"
A former child soldier himself, he founded the organization to help communities overcome the effects of war and poverty.
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Ludacris
"The Ludacris Foundation"
Since 2001, the foundation has donated $500,000 to support grassroots organizations that help connect with youth to build stronger families and communities.
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Jack's Mannequin
"Dear Jack Foundation"
Established by lead singer, Andrew McMahon, a leukemia survivor, this group raises money and awareness for cancer research.
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Mary J Blige
"FFawn Foundation"
This new foundation's goal is to empower women through scholarships, grants and other educational resources, building confidence and career skills.
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tally

Tue Dec 2 2008 15:42

Jal is completely incredible, he is so talented and a hero to his people...

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Wed Nov 19 2008 18:25

GOOD WOODIE YOU GET IT HAHAH

Roger Deming

Wed Nov 19 2008 07:33

Great sound would like to hear more from him.

zen

Wed Nov 19 2008 06:16

well done to jack

Emmanuel is amazing and should have won, his album is amazing aswell,

keep up the good work guys

legit

Tue Nov 18 2008 02:17

congrats to Jack's!! Andy deserves this..

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Mon Nov 17 2008 04:10

andrew and jack's mannequin deserved to win without a doubt! way to go!

Yay

Sat Nov 15 2008 18:58

YAAY. I'm glad Andrew won :) He's my hero

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Sat Nov 15 2008 11:55

awwwwwww this is great! i love andrew forever and ever

Kateeehz

Fri Nov 14 2008 14:30

Wow, Jack's Mannequin totally deserved this, I'm so happy for him! :D

Nikki

Fri Nov 14 2008 11:54

Im incredibly happy that Jacks Mannequin won, because they are a true insperation to me and many others and of course they are my favorite band, but I think everyone here deserves an award for the great efforts they put forth to fight for such causes!

.s a b r i n a<3

Fri Nov 14 2008 10:36

Aha, ludaaa bby,! ;D
He goes all out hunn,!
Hes gunna winn this onee kidddds!

Deng'o

Thu Nov 13 2008 10:18

JAL is far much unique n has an impact to the world.

He lives to teach n open the eye of others thru his lyric.

His choice of production n presentation is creative n plain truth.

He Shud win this award/MTVWoodie

D.Okumu

Thu Nov 13 2008 10:14

Emanuel Jal's story wouldn''t have been understood if it wasn't for his creativity n ability to express his sufferings to others in music in a respectiful way.

He is a an artist who does wat will help other pple.

You can listen to his music over n over again without getting irritated but get inspired 2 c wat kind of a world we leave in.

In his music I c the agony many children go thru in Africa n I feel the pain of a war torn country

Daniel

Thu Nov 13 2008 10:10

it's jal for woodie and many more awards
cos he sends his achievement to help the needy with his organisation.

He inspires thru songs and sends funds.

Flora Anjelo

Thu Nov 13 2008 10:08

I vote for Emmanuel Jal.

He fights for the voiceless and those oppressed.

Doggie

Thu Nov 13 2008 10:02

Jals ability to sing in Eng,Dinka,Arabic, n his dialect certisfies he is unique.

His love to help others change their cause just lifts our hopes high.

His songs are current n the lyrics touch on issues that the world ignores such us genocide,Africa as a continent being robbed of it's beauty.

He even goes as far as advicing his fellow artist who all the time sing about ''blings, juels,Nice sneekers they hv and wat hv u''

Jal's objective always is to touch lives!

This award should b an appreciation to his commitment to human sufferings!

Danis

Thu Nov 13 2008 09:57

Emma-Jal songs are so CONTROVERSIAL!!!

He cuts across many nations.
He inspires us to hold on to God as the only hope.

He challenges us to leave evil deeds alone!

He sure has a message in every song he sings!

WOODIE for the Former CHILD-SOLDIER

Flora Anjelo

Thu Nov 13 2008 09:01

I vote for Emmanuel Jal.

He fights for the voiceless and those oppressed.

Poni

Thu Nov 13 2008 08:16

GO JAL, GOOOOO............................................MY VOTE TO JAL
LISTEN TO HIS MUSIC AND YOU WILL REALISE WHAT HE STANDS FOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

HALFAWI HUSSEIN

Thu Nov 13 2008 08:14

MY VOTE FOR EMMANUEL JAL. HE IS THE RIGHT PERSON TO WIN THIS AWARD.

Ayuen Panchol(Holy Crook)

Thu Nov 13 2008 06:32

I vote for Emmanuel Jal. He is the voice of the victims of poor leadership here and there. Go Jal Go Jal....................!

Hussna Issa

Thu Nov 13 2008 05:27

JAL JAL JAL JAL JALL
JAL FOR WOODIES!!!!

Lucy Poni

Thu Nov 13 2008 05:22

Emmanuel Jal, Emmanuel Jal....... he is doing a wonderful work for us, the people of Sudan. Campaigning for those dying day and night in Darfur and letting the world listen to our pleas and our stories, form southern Sudan

Lucy Poni

Thu Nov 13 2008 05:18

I vote for Emmanuel JAL because we identify with his music and is an inspiration to all of us. Emmannuel Jal for the WOODIE!!!!!!

jess

Fri Nov 7 2008 11:19

i love jack's mannequin but Emmanual Jal came and spoke at my school, and his story of survival was extreamlky moving. The word he is spreading about what is going on in Africa, and the money he is raising to help everyone there, and despite everything he has gone through, the fact that he still has hope in humanity is amazing to me. He diserves this.

RobertLA

Fri Nov 7 2008 00:09

Jack's Mannequin...for their steadfast commitment to the fight against blood disease and cancer!

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Thu Nov 6 2008 20:36

vote for Jack's Mannequin !!!! you gotta here their song... Dark Blue... totally nice!!! vote for them!!
vote for Jack's Mannequin !!!! you gotta here their song... Dark Blue... totally nice!!! vote for them!!
vote for Jack's Mannequin !!!! you gotta here their song... Dark Blue... totally nice!!! vote for them!!
vote for Jack's Mannequin !!!! you gotta here their song... Dark Blue... totally nice!!! vote for them!!
vote for Jack's Mannequin !!!! you gotta here their song... Dark Blue... totally nice!!! vote for them!!

Catharine

Thu Nov 6 2008 20:28

Emmanual Jal came to my school to speak, and his story is uplifting. He, out of all the nominees, deserves this the most for everything that he has been through, and for everything that he has done for his people.

Andrew McMahon - Jack's Mannequin

Voted.

Abbey

Tue Nov 4 2008 13:40

:DDD
jack's mannequin or bust!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jack fan

Tue Nov 4 2008 11:31

jacks mannequin rocks!! the dear jack foundation should win for sure!

stephb

Tue Nov 4 2008 06:29

I think it's clear that Jack's Mannequin has this one in the bag.
Andrew, you are my longtime and forever hero. You are amazing and your story brings tears to my eyes every time I read it.
Jack's Mannequin deserves this more than everyone else.

taylor

Tue Nov 4 2008 01:24

ANDREW MCMAHON.

there's a reason i wear the 11:11 bracelet.

Mon Nov 3 2008 23:28

Raneeeeeeen

Mon Nov 3 2008 20:35

JACK'S MANNEQUIN !
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JACK'S MANNEQUIN ALL THE FREAKIN WAYYYYY!!!!!! i have never heard about any of those other people doing anything good....just Andrew!! GOOD LUCK!

i like all of the nominees and i think they're all doing something great, but i gotta go with jacks!

Erum

Mon Nov 3 2008 19:04

JACK'S MANNEQUIN DESERVES #1
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I would definitely have to say that the race is between Andrew McMahon and Emmanuel Jal, both are extraordinarily inspiring and have been through so much respectfully. My vote goes to Andrew though based purely on the fact that his story touches me very much and is inspirational to me personally. It is too bad that there cannot be two winners for this award. I can't think of any other two artists who are more deserving than Andrew McMahon and Emmanuel Jal.

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Mon Nov 3 2008 18:55

JACK'S MANNEQUIN!!! vote for Andrew McMahon!!

Definetly Jacks Mannequin. I just went to one of his concerts and when he came out to meet the friends I gave him a bracelet in honor of my teacher who had died the day before of cancer after a very hard fight. he put the bracelet on right away and stayed and talked for a minute, telling me how sorry he was. His music is so inspirational and he is such a gracious person. His foundation helps so many and he deserves this.

We will always fight for Andrew!!!!!

Andrew McMahon is more than a life changing musician. He has started a fund that helps people with Leukemia not only survive it, but also help others survive when people close to them have it. My grandfather was just diagnosed with this disease, and me being away at school makes it unbearable to think one day soon I'll be receiving that dreaded phone call. If it would have been detected sooner, this might not be happening because it wouldn't have reached his bones yet. Spread the knowledge of Leukemia and vote Jack's Mannequin.

sara <3s jack's.

Sat Nov 1 2008 20:44

voteee for jack's mannequin!!!! the lead singer, andrew mcamhon, started a charity that raises tons of money for a cause that gets very little funding compared to not only other kinds of cancers, but other things in this world. his efforts to help children with leukemia and similar blood diseases has also inspired many fans to help. for example, 11:11 AM bracelets were made in his honor, as well as be positive tshirts and i will fight bracelets. he also is prettty much the sweetest guy i have ever met in my entire life. he's so appreciative of his fans. he meets every single fan who waits outside a venue for him and makes a point to have a conversation with each and every one of them. he wants so much for this world more than he wants for himself. he'd more than likely rather get this award than make any multi-platinum album. he's an amazing artist and person who does not get enough credit. i'd love to see his face if he got this award. pleease please vote for him!

Andy

Fri Oct 31 2008 09:02

Emmanuel Jal has to WIN this! He has affected the most change in the past year by touching peoples lives and inspiring them to act. EMMANUEL TO WIN!

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The Nominees: Good Woodie

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