Becky, thanks for a great post.  I appreciate the parallels you've drawn.

Those of us who believe our world needs better leadership must stand up and stand out.  Thanks for being one of those people I've had the opportunity to partner with.  There are really very many of us.  As we become aware of each other and make a positive difference in our own spheres of influence, we will become visible.  We also risk looking foolish.  We risk being shot at.  We risk <em>failure!</em>

Here's to a little risk!