A little of my philosophy

Nice separation of conceptualized ideals with the inspirations, commanders, and leaders. I would point out--coming as I do from a military and police background--that it sometimes becomes necessary to assume roles other than the one assigned you. The test of your integrity becomes how quickly you then relinquish those assumed powers/duties once the crisis is past. I refer you to the historical example of the dictators appointed by the Roman republic during times of war or similar societal upheaval--those considered most successful were those who held their powers the shortest times. Pax!