In this case, though, this private individual has chosen to speak publicly (i.e. within the public realm that is usenet) and it was his choice to face all the potential vicissitudes therein. Yes, I think we need to be careful with usenet entries, but I reviewed the record of the individual in question and I do not believe his protests should be taken into account, as per WP/Usenet notability. Next time (heh, next time), he should stick to posting anonymously (and he's been using premium usenet services, plural - it's not as if he could'nt do that), or refrain from even touching that send message button in his newsreader.
El_C
I was only concerned about actually naming the award winner because
that person is a >private individual who seems to be upset about the whole thing.