The Bible tells us how to pick godly leaders. It also gives many examples of those doing right and wrong. For both, leaders exist today with similar worldviews. So, it's directly applicable.

Thomas Jefferson took inspiration for our system from Jethro's advice to Moses:

https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Exodus%2018%3A1...

Here's the elder requirements under Christ. Notice that teaching and character are the main focus.

https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Timothy%203...

Which character traits in the baove passages do you think lead to good leaders? Which do you reject as wicked? I think, and have seen, that they all lead to good outcomes.