Pro: Tried again to jumpstart Middle East peace process.
Con: Does anyone think peace in the Middle East is coming soon?
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