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TIME magazine has published a list of ten candidates for the prestigious Person of the Year award, which has been given since 1927. This year’s nominees include politicians, businessmen and media personalities whose activities have had a significant impact on world events.One of the main contenders is Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but there are also other prominent Jewish figures among the candidates, Time Ukraine Israel portal reports, citing CursorInfo.
The biggest contenders for the title of “Person of the Year”
This year’s TIME list includes those who have had a significant impact on political, economic and media processes, particularly against the backdrop of historical events in the world. Among them are former US President Donald Trump, who re-announced his political activity in 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris, and renowned businessman and billionaire Elon Musk. Musk, despite the difficulties in managing companies such as Twitter, continues to impress the world with new technical achievements and innovations.
Jewish leaders among the nominees
A special place in the list is occupied by Jewish figures whose achievements have become part of global processes. The well-known politician and Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, has once again attracted attention for his role in the international arena. His security policies and strategies, as well as his leadership of the state in the face of international tensions, have a major impact on the geopolitical situation.
Another important figure is Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta. His role in the development of technology and social media has shaped the modern media landscape. Also on the list is Claudia Sheinbaum, who recently became president of Mexico, the first woman to hold this position in the country’s history. Her political initiatives and ability to shape new social and economic models on a global scale have made her an influential personality.
Symbols of struggle and defiance
One of the most emotional nominations is that of Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of opposition politician Alexei Navalny, who died under mysterious circumstances. After his death, Yulia declared her intention to continue the struggle for democratic change in Russia, becoming a symbol of resistance and resilience.
Jerome Powell, Chairman of the US Federal Reserve, also attracted considerable attention. His decisions on interest rates play a key role in US financial policy and have a far-reaching impact on the global economy in times of crisis.
Media personalities and cultural icons
Podcasters also play an important role in the modern media space, with Joe Rogan being a standout. His programme gathers millions of listeners and provokes numerous public discussions, raising important issues of contemporary politics, culture and science.
Princess Kate, the wife of the British heir to the throne, who this year faced a serious medical problem – cancer, completes the list of candidates. Her courage and openness in the fight against the disease have attracted the attention of millions of people around the world.
The list of candidates for TIME’s Person of the Year is a reflection of how individuals can influence global events and change the course of history. This year’s nominees are not only politicians, businessmen and iconic figures, but also symbols of struggle, such as Yulia Navalnaya. They reflect the diversity of current challenges and trends in the world.
