Rosa Parks is a wonderful lady. And, because it had to happen, I'm glad it occurred to someone like Mrs. Parks, because no one can deny the enormous reach of her honesty. She shook up America then and now, even though she was not aware of it at the time. –King Abdullah II of Jordan Rosa Parks was a hero to millions of people around the world. An act of defiance by an ordinary woman, her stand for what she believed in led to important changes in our society. Mrs. Parks' example shows that with courage and conviction, you can change things for the better, even when you are acting alone. Millions of people will continue to be inspired by her actions. –Queen Elizabeth II Rosa Parks was a heroine. The fact that she was single, pregnant, black, and earning a living as a seamstress did not stop people from praising her for her action. Her small act of defiance against racial segregation laws in America started a movement that led to the election of a black president. Whether you are trying to improve your community or you just want to make it easier for others to do good work, never hesitate to take action! –Bill Gates