A hero is someone who shows great courage and confidence. A person is looked upon as an advocate and voice of those who are too weak to speak up for themselves. The events and people of the American Revolution, the novel Disgrace, and San Francisco Gavin Newsom define heroes "as people" who speak. And also represent those less courageous than them.

During the American Revolution, the New World was split between two groups. Those who wished to part from the British government. The minority were the "separatist" who believed that the British government were not treating the colonies with justice and representation. The "separatist" fought the American Revolution to pursue their dreams of a better government, though most of the people disagreed with them. The victory of an independent government proved the "separatist" to be heroes because they represented the minority.

Furthermore, Coetzee's novel Disgrace depicts that sometimes heroes have to go through hard times to recognize their potential to impact others. David Lurie, the main character, loses his job and respect from the college. In which he taught at because of his illegal relationship with a student. However, after living in the rural with his daughter and experiencing a violent attack. In which his daughter was raped, did Lurie see his selfishness and immaturity. He became more passionate to the innocent things in life and a hero to the community by changing his perspectives. He showed the community that life is precious and should not be ended in rain. Lurie shows that heroism speaks from courage.

Finally, a long time hero is from San Francisco's mayor Gavin Newsom. He is the youngest mayor in San Francisco. Newsom ignored the critics and traditional beliefs of many Americans when he legalized same-sex marriage. Though his legalization was later annuled, Gavin Newsom displayed great leadership and confidence through his actions. He has impact the lives of many and gave hope to gays around the country.

Heroes advocate the weaker and less courageous people. They give many people a voice in which they can express themselves. The separatist give those longing a better government satisfaction. David Lurie in Disgrace advocated the innocent animals who lives were taken away ruthlessly. Gavin Newsom spoke for the liberals and gays when he gave them equality. Without heroes, the world would not understand each other as well.