Sorry Abaddon,
I have to disagree with you on this one. I'm mostly a lurker and don't get into the "popularity contests". I used to feel the same way you do and you do have a valid point BUT I also enjoy hearing about the nice things that some have done for others especially the things "behind the scenes". Their example is incentive for all of us to help others in a polite way. There will inevitably be some that are overlooked and that's ok. These shouldn't get their feelings hurt.
I see these kinds of threads as a way to get to know each other better. You may know everyone well enough because you post so much but there are others who like to watch the highlight reels.
TimB