How North Korea Picks a Leader and Who Might Be Next

North Korea has been ruled by the Kim family since it was founded after World War II. Succession has happened only twice, with the sitting leader anointing one of his sons to be the next in charge after his death. But this time around, as rumors swirl about leader Kim Jong Un’s health, there is no heir apparent. The best person for the job may be Kim’s sister Kim Jo Yong, who has outshone any potential rivals in the male-dominated dynasty.