Staff ReportsIn the most delightful twist of fate since the last time liberals forgot how to read a poll, Donald Trump has been crowned Time magazine’s Person of the Year. This prestigious recognition comes just four months after the same magazine attempted to gift Vice President Kamala Harris a moment that, frankly, never arrived. It seems Time switched its tune faster than a progressive can shift the blame when confronted with reality.
The announcement was met with much fanfare as Time gushed over Trump’s political comeback, declaring it “unparalleled in American history.” While the media elite were busy pushing their narratives, Trump was busy dominating the headlines—and apparently, their hearts too. In the magazine’s shortlist of contenders were the usual suspects: from Princess Kate to Elon Musk and even the somewhat obscure widow of a Russian dissident. Yet, in the end, it was Trump who charmed the editors into submission with a political performance that would leave Hollywood scripts in the dust.
Trump beat Kamala not once but TWICE this year!
First in the election, and now for TIME’s Person of the year.
My only complaint? I can think of a better cover. pic.twitter.com/tDsPCZiQ4x
— Chandler Crump (@realCCrump) December 11, 2024
Time referred to Trump’s campaign as a “72 Days of Fury,” aptly named, given how he electrified the nation and fired up his supporters. Winning not just the election but also the popular vote—something that hasn’t happened for a Republican in the last two decades—is something to celebrate, or at least it should be. Trump’s victory was marked by a robust appeal that reached far beyond his traditional voter base, enchanting suburban moms, young voters, and even some who typically wouldn’t have associated with conservative ideals.
It’s amusing to note how Time portrayed Trump as someone who truly understands the raw sentiments of the American populace. While Democrats were ardently convinced most people craved a return to the status quo, Trump became the voice of those who were fed up with the political games. A former advisor made a point to highlight that Trump, complex in some ways, has a knack for delivering straightforward ideas—something many politicians today seem to have completely lost sight of.
However, it’s perhaps the dramatic July assassination attempt that serves as the pinnacle of Trump’s narrative. Rising bloodied but defiant, Trump rallied his base in a moment of sheer audacity that inspired many. For individuals desperate for a champion, this was a turn of events that no talking head on cable news could have predicted or prepared for. Looking ahead, Trump has already promised to hit the ground running on his campaign promises, including pardoning those unjustly imprisoned for their roles in the events of January 6. Rest assured, it appears that the era of Trump is just beginning, and it’s bound to be quite the ride—perhaps one that even a Time magazine cover can’t encapsulate.
