Question 404: A tribute

Several quotes relating to amongst the most influential people of the 20th century, a personal inspiration for both Nihar and I

Its been taken from wikipedia
BUt guys
just try guessing


Letter by Y

Dear _____:

I will be stopping _____X_____ at the end of the year. This was not a recent or an easy decision, and I leave with some sadness. My interests have shifted, however, and I believe I've done what I can do within the constraints of daily deadlines and small panels. I am eager to work at a more thoughtful pace, with fewer artistic compromises. I have not yet decided on future projects, but my relationship with ___________ will continue.

That so many newspapers would carry _____X______ is an honor I'll long be proud of, and I've greatly appreciated your support and indulgence over the last decade. Drawing this _______ has been a privilege and a pleasure, and I thank you for giving me the opportunity.

Sincerely,
__Y_____

and why did we put this up on Novenmber 18th, 2010?

Question 403: Where's Waldo

Identify the main man in the picture ( he has an id me sign above him, that should make it easy)

He founded something in 2005, based on a personal belief that a certain criteria of daily life was far too exorbitantly charged, causing hard working americans severe consternation.
He became a youtube sensation while trying to publicise his endeavours.
Satirists has lampooned what would happen if his wish came true

Question:
1) Id the person
2) Id what he founded
3) Id what he found to be too exorbitant