| Americans that believe the act is ... A major reason for admiration | A minor reason | Not a reason at all | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doing what is right despite the consequences | 76 | 15 | 9 |
| Willing to risk personal safety to help others | 68 | 20 | 12 |
| Not giving up until a goal is accomplished | 65 | 23 | 12 |
| Staying level-headed during a crisis | 64 | 26 | 10 |
| Doing more than what is expected of them | 64 | 24 | 13 |
| Changing society for the better | 63 | 24 | 13 |
| Overcoming Adversity | 61 | 27 | 12 |
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Sources:
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Throughout our lives, we look up to people as heroes. Teachers, parents, celebrities and religious figures are all people we admire and aspire to be like. But what admirable actions separate certain individuals from the pack? According to a Harris Interactive survey, the willingness to do what is right, regardless of the consequences is heralded as the most admirable action.