More Brit(ish) Than Ever

More Brit(ish) Than Ever

Share this post

More Brit(ish) Than Ever
More Brit(ish) Than Ever
A Different Kind of Power?

A Different Kind of Power?

I got answers from my conversation with Jacinda Ardern. And I got questions, too

Afua's avatar
Afua
Jun 19, 2025
∙ Paid
4

Share this post

More Brit(ish) Than Ever
More Brit(ish) Than Ever
A Different Kind of Power?
1
Share

Image: Wimbledon Book Fest

The first time I interviewed a female national leader, I noticed something intriguing. My subject was Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, the former president of Liberia. Since Liberia is a very specific country with a totally unique history, I thought my observation about her legacy was a one-off.

But now I’ve interviewed five female leaders, and I’m realising it’s actually a trend. This week I sat down with Jacinda Ardern, the former New Zealand Prime Minister, which confirmed it.

The observation is this.

Keep reading with a 7-day free trial

Subscribe to More Brit(ish) Than Ever to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives.

Already a paid subscriber? Sign in
© 2025 Afua
Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start writingGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture

Share