Prediction For Time Person Of The Year 2009
It is that time of year when I step my feet into the shoes of Nostradamus and make a prediction about the person that will grace the cover of Time magazine as the Person Of The Year 2009.
As I look at the world landscape the person who seems to be generating the most debate, both cerebral and heated, is the one who rightfully requested and will receive more troops for Afghanistan. The military scenario that this man will develop and employ in the war in Afghanistan will not only impact foreign policy, but will also leave a huge fingerprint on the life of President Obama. The stakes are great, and the nation is watching. All eyes this year were riveted on the war in Afghanistan, and the same will be true next year as even more soldiers are to be sent to fight a needed war, one that we must win. The Taliban must not control that nation, or be allowed to nest in the mountains ready to undermine Pakistan.
Therefore I predict that Time Person Of The Year 2009 will be…..
General Stanley McChrystal
I agree that they are clearly contenders. I really like Geitner, and support his moves and candor. I think him often the whipping boy for those who need someone to blast, but I think him wise and reasoned.
Thanks for your input into this fun prediction, and have a nice weekend!
I say it will be Timothy Geitner or Larry Summers.If somebody else saved the world from financial meltdown, let me know who it was.