Christopher Cox

Christopher Cox is the kind of big-brain guy who'll never want for a job. When you sport degrees from Harvard business and law schools, people find you. Throw in 17 years in Congress and a reputation as a courtly politician who makes friends instead of enemies, and you're talking about someone who, even at 56, has long-term upside. So weep not for Mr. Cox. Still, few get out of this life unscathed.