Maya's talking about how her sister's climb up the political ladder has caused a teasing fracas between the sisters on the topic of ceremonial titles. Kamala was, at the time, California's attorney general. 'When they're attorneys general?' Maya says, her voice brimming with mock exasperation, 'they call them 'General.' Yes, they call me General Harris,' Kamala says. 'And she hates that.' Maya goes on to set her boundaries. If Kamala becomes President someday, then, sure, she'll switch to 'Miss President.' It's not exactly 'Madam,' but still: you can hear a formal ring. Until then, she's just Kamala.
It's genuinely endearing to watch these sisters enjoy each other like this. But the little moment sticks out for me because its elements—formality and informality, family business and public duty, the tension between them—frame a fascinating glimpse into how Kamala Harris navigates her professional life while maintaining deep familial ties.
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