Transparency adj \tran(t)s-ˈper-ənt\ - characterized by visibility or accessibility of information especially concerning business practices.
"Truth is stranger than fiction, but it is because Fiction is obliged to stick to possibilities; Truth isn't," Mark Twain said.
It would be hard to make this up. Imagine the plot, a presidential hopeful, running on a platform of change, with transparency being one of his key issues. He gets elected and the government immediately begins to hold debates on health care. Those debates are all held behind closed doors.
Please read the definition at the beginning of this post again.
I personally believe the manner in which this award was given is fitting. It should be placed right next to the President's Nobel Peace Prize. When will get back to the time when awards were given for achievements. The hope that someone might someday achieve the merits of the award, is not a reason to award it.
