Harris, like many Black professionals, faces competency checking, which manifests through assumptions of inferiority, low expectations, and extreme micromanagement in the workplace.
Surprise or unease in response to Black intelligence, characterized by comments like 'You're so well-spoken!' often leads to further questioning and skepticism about their qualifications.
The 'glass cliff' phenomenon illustrates how women and people of color are often promoted to leadership roles only during crises, making success feel nearly impossible.
Accountability for Black leaders, including Harris, must be balanced with understanding the immense historical challenges they inherit, which cannot be resolved by one individual.
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