How do you pronounce Kamala? Her grandnieces explain at the DNC
The star-studded final night of the Democratic National Convention included a tutorial on pronouncing Kamala Harris’ name — featuring none other than the candidate’s great nieces
By CHRIS MEGERIAN
Published - Aug 22, 2024, 10:25 PM ET
Last Updated - Aug 22, 2024, 10:25 PM EDT
WASHINGTON (AP) — The final night of the Democratic National Convention included a tutorial on pronouncing Kamala Harris' name — featuring none other than the candidate's great nieces.
The actress Kerry Washington introduced the girls by saying “it's come to my attention that there are some folks who struggle — or pretend to struggle — with the proper pronunciation of our future president’s name.”
She added, “Confusion is understandable. Disrespect is not. So tonight we are going to help everyone get it right.”
Out came Amara, 8, in a pink pant suit and Leela, 6, in a light blue frilly dress. They're the daughters of Harris' niece Meena Harris.
