We celebrate celebrity as though it is accomplishment.  We celebrate accomplishment as if it is flawless. Neither are true.  But, occasionally, along comes someone who deserves fame for his accomplishments, nearly flawless, yet he enjoys virtually no celebrity. Except among political junkies, that is.

Brian Lamb (C-Span Founder, Brian Lamb to Step Down as Chief Executive) has had a more profound impact on politics and America than anyone in the last 33 years and for the foreseeable future.