http://www.foreignpolicy.com/2012globalthinkers
Yes, it's that time of year when we get the best of 2012 lists. This is the only one that matters.
Political activism and technological brilliance are the obvious themes, but there is still hope for those like Zizek.
13 and 14 are held by Netanyahu and Other Israelis. Apparently they are more global thinkers than Pussy Riot. That is doubtful.