help me respond to this peers post. Fred Rogers has demonstrated leadership qualities in the field of early childhood by impacting the lives of children and families, as he demonstrated transformational leadership skills during his lifetime. His notable moment came in 1969 when he testified before a Senate subcommittee deliberating funding cuts for public television (Fred Rogers Productions, n.d.). Transformational leaders are trusted, respected and admired (University of Guelph-Humber, 2024) just as Fred Rogers was all around the world. Personally, I fondly remember watching Mister Roger's Neighborhood, particularly the episode where he shared a moment with an African American man while dipping their feet in the pool (Biography.com, n.d.). His consistent message of our shared similarities resonated deeply with me as a child. Another memorable instance was his post-9/11 speech, which provided comfort not only to children but also to adults during a time of grief (PBS KIDS, n.d.). Fred Rogers is remembered as a leader that advocated for children's rights and the importance of early childhood education. He advocated for policy change and addressed topics of friendship, empathy, race, and death in ways that were relatable to young children and left a lasting impact on many generations