Predictions for Person of the Year 2022: Who will Make the Cut?
The TIME Person of the Year is an annual tradition that recognizes the person or group who has had the biggest impact – for better or for worse – on the world stage over the past year. Over the years, the list has included a wide range of people from politicians and activists to scientists and celebrities. As we approach the end of 2021, it’s time to start making predictions for who will make the cut for the Person of the Year 2022.
The Contenders
One of the top contenders for the Person of the Year 2022 is undoubtedly Dr. Anthony Fauci, the chief medical advisor to the President of the United States. Fauci has been at the forefront of the global fight against COVID-19, and his science-based approach has earned him both praise and criticism. Regardless of which side of the aisle you’re on, there’s no denying that Fauci has made a huge impact on the world stage, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him named Person of the Year.
Another strong contender is climate activist Greta Thunberg. Thunberg burst onto the international stage in 2018 with her solo strike outside the Swedish parliament to protest inaction on climate change. Since then, she has become a global icon for climate justice and has inspired millions of young people to take action. Thunberg was named TIME’s Person of the Year in 2019 and she could easily be named again in 2022.
Finally, we can’t ignore the political landscape. 2022 is set to be a big year for elections around the world. In the United States, the midterms will be a major event that will have implications for the future of the country. In France, president Emmanuel Macron is up for reelection, and in Germany, the post-Merkel era will begin with federal elections. It’s likely that the Person of the Year will come from the political arena, whether it’s a candidate who wins a major election or a leader who has made a significant impact on the global stage.
Conclusion
There are a lot of factors that will go into deciding who will be named the Person of the Year in 2022. But one thing is for sure: whoever it is will have made a significant impact on the world stage over the past year. Whether it’s an individual who has provided leadership in the fight against COVID-19, a climate activist who has brought attention to the urgent need for action, or a political leader who has made history, we can expect the Person of the Year to be someone who has made a difference.
