What are the characteristics of a good leader ? Why do you think those traits or characteristics are important?

Courageous, Fair, Equal, & Kind (Sorry, this is late! Hope this helps)

Explanation:

Some characteristics of a good leader are to be brave, fair, equal, and kind. These traits are important for a good leader to be successful because being a leader sometimes means being able to face pain or danger; being courageous. Being fair and equal to whomever your leading is a great trait to have so that others will think highly of you and that you are capable to lead them. Kindness is what everyone needs, having that quality as a leader will help lead your people.

obama was told in early july 2004 that he was chosen to deliver the address, and he largely wrote the speech himself, with later edits from the kerry presidential campaign.