This is a common misconception based on a misprint in the original sleeve of the Joshua Tree album by U2.
'Pro Bono' is actually a shortening of 'Pro Bono Publico' - a Latin expression meaning, 'for the public good'.
Many people wrongly assume the expression to mean 'in favour of Bono' - although this is incorrect, the statement is a perfect demonstration of a Latinate or classical tautology.
As his oft quoted mother once said, 'no one actually likes Bono, not even me!'.
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