Pro: Knows how to get attention for himself and agitate the United States like no world leader since Castro.
Con: May not even be the most powerful or important leader in his own country.
Who Will Be Person of the Year?
A former Vice President turned green guru? The most popular, and powerful, man in Russia? How about a fiery Middle East leader, or the brains behind Harry Potter? Take a look at these and other possible contenders, and vote for your pick. The editors reserve the right to disagree. Their selection will be announced in the December 31st issue of TIME, on sale Dec. 21
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad