IN a world with so many ego-driven and megalomaniacal male leaders, Jacinda Ardern was always a breath of fresh air. The manner of her leaving office was in keeping with how she spent her time there: distinguished, dignified and oozing integrity. Once again, she gave the lads a masterclass in how politics should be conducted. Being New Zealand’s prime minister for five-and-a-half years had been “the honour of my life”, she said. “With such a privileged role comes responsibility, including the responsibility to know when you’re the right person to lead, and also when you’re not. “I know what this...