Let's make this birthday one to remember.

62 years old (Born on August 18, 1962)

Happy Birthday, Felipe Calderón! Another year wiser, and still Mexico's unrivaled champion of turning debates into coalitions—arguably better than anyone turns tortillas into tacos. Your moderate reforms might have shaken a few tables but hey, nobody can fault you for making politics as balanced (and colorful) as an authentic Mexican piñata.

May your celebrations be filled with laughter that outlasts any legislative session; after all, if managing opposing political parties taught us anything about birthdays—it’s patience mixed with flexibility. Enjoy the day dedicated solely to you—for once there's no need to broker agreement when picking cake flavors!