What Story in 2012 Changed the World for You?

How will you remember 2012? By the billion dollar campaign season that changed politics forever? By a crisis in Syria that shaped the future of the Middle East? By a Superstorm? Leave a comment on how you think this year has shaped the world.


The aftermath of hurricane Sandy in Rockaway Beach, NY.

Monday Michael Beschloss and Richard Norton Smith look back on 2012 and discuss which moments will be the most likely to be remembered.

Will the first billion dollar campaign season change politics forever? How has the crisis in Syria shaped the future of the Middle East? Did Hurricane Sandy leave a mark on the U.S. that will never be forgotten? We're interested in learning which news in 2012 changed the world for you. What will you remember when you look back on this year? You can check out our 2012 photo essay, or dig through the NewsHour archive to refresh your memory.

Consider this an open thread and leave your candidates in the comments.

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