Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is a top global thinker because he is pursuing extraordinary changes to Saudi Arabia’s society and economy.

I note this in light of the uproar that has followed Foreign Policy magazine’s recognition of the crown prince as a top “global thinker.” That recognition is “ridiculous,” says Washington Post global opinion editor Karen Attiah. Recognizing that Foreign Policy is not endorsing the crown prince’s morality but simply his influence, Attiah adds, “There’s a certain point where remaining neutral on violence and repression is harmful.” Others supported Attiah’s criticism.