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Harris Calls Mockery of Her Laugh Sexist in Podcast Appearance

She rejected a question about her supposed lack of humility to argue that expectations for women's behavior are outdated.

Overview

  • Speaking on the Rich Little Broke Girls podcast, Kamala Harris recalled being asked by a reporter about claims she lacks humility.
  • She said, "I don’t aspire to be humble," adding that humility matters but that demands for women to be humble reflect a dated view.
  • Harris described norms she rejects, saying critics imply women should be quiet, laugh quietly, avoid humor, and not raise their voice.
  • She offered dating advice to young women, urging them to choose kind partners who let them laugh at themselves and enjoy everyday routines together.
  • Harris noted relationships change by life phase, contrasting a "Friday night" dynamic with a "Sunday morning" one and saying mismatches can simply be "oil and water."