I'm simple and fun loving and respect elders. I think one should have respect to their elders as their blessings works on us to prosper in future. There is a saying "If we take care of our character, our reputation will take care itself", this is a never failing concept one must obey to this.
My favorite person "Swami Vivekananda" because he is the person who taught the western world about what is knowledge and how should one be with their elders and respect not only his but other religions without keeping in mind about the cast and creed.
Never minding of reputation, name and fame if every one as an Indian helps each other I think a politician need not come door to door to beg votes.