David Kato

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/30/weekinreview/30gettleman.html?ref=world

This article talks about David Kato, a Ugandan who was killed because he was gay. I thought this article was interesting because although Kato was not a big political figure, he still represented a lot of people. Even though he knew that being up front about his sexuality would not bring good things, he was still known as "the most out" gay Ugandan and the country's leading gay rights crusader. He was willing to take so many risks by being "out" in order to fight for people just like him. Kato could have just sat by because he knew he would be taunted and threatened, but instead he believed that his role was to fight and liberate. He felt that because he was able to get quality education, it was his role to help those just like him who may not be able to speak out.

Kato definitely demonstrates being a leader through the style approach. His leadership is shown in his actions and behaviors toward others. Kato demonstrates relationship behavior through his desire to help people. He is concerned for others and puts forth his efforts into helping people, most specifically those who do not have a voice.

However, Kato also demonstrates a little bit of position power through his status as a professional teacher. Kato believes this type of status enables him to fight and liberate those who cannot because of the lower status they may hold. Kato is able to use his power as a teacher to help fight for his and others' beliefs.


(Posted by: Kelly Yuen)