New Zealand’s Opposition Party Selects a New Leader The center-right National Party chose Simon Bridges, 41, to lead it as it tries to counter the popularity of Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:U.S.-Led Mission in Afghanistan Lacks Troops for New StrategyFrom Brussels to Arkansas, a Tough Week for MonsantoFar From Washington, ‘Uncle Trump’ Finds Fans in ChinaMeet the New York Times Bureau Manager Who Witnessed the Fall of the Berlin WallTrump’s Deals in China Bely Long Trade Fight AheadMarine Le Pen Loses French Parliamentary Immunity Over Tweets