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Pundit Peeves

September 3, 2012 By: Sparkle Cat43 Comments

Why must I talk to these clueless humans?!

As you can see, I am very peeved off! Why? I had to go on some news shows to talk to the media and they asked really stupid, accusatory questions! Fortunately, I was prepped ahead of time, but still, it is the most annoying part of campaigning for Cat Ruler of the World! But I am doing this because I want to see Tabby’s Place and its very special special-needs kitties get the grand prize!

On the first show, the guy predictably played the species card:
Figures he would do this - I think he finds species-ists under his bed!
Chris, did I ever say anything about dogs that was not a fact? I pointed out that dogs were easily trained to do a human’s bidding. I never said dogs have no value, just that this is not the mark of a world leader. Leaders are able to strategize, think outside the box (without actually going outside the litter box), and think for themselves. These are all feline qualities. I believe in all creatures coming from their strengths. When they go against their natural inclination, it only creates a mediocre result. As Cat Ruler of the World, I am sure I will find a use for dogs, but it will be something they can be trained to do.

And then this guy accused me of using mandatory naps to turn the world into a nanny state:
I hate when he talks in his Loud Voice!

Bill, you and I both know that mandatory nap times should not be necessary, and it is something that humans ought to do naturally. But you guys are an odd group of beings. If you think something is “bad” or “naughty,” you have to be given permission to do it, otherwise you shy away from it, or do it but feel guilty about it. There is nothing wrong with napping at all — in fact it is good for you, but a misinformed work ethic has cast a dark shadow over it. Mandatory nap times merely allow humans to do what they already know in their hearts is right (we kitties, fortunately, do not need anyone’s permission to do anything). And before you start talking in your Loud Voice again and interrupting me, I’d like to note that you’re in your 60s, right? Don’t you think you could use a little more nap time at your age?

Remember: a vote for me is a vote for Tabby’s Place!
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  1. BrucesMom says

    September 7, 2012 at 6:53 am

    Yay Sparkle!! You really told those gas bags off!! You have our votes. Now for a nap….
    Jasmine, Joey, Eddie and Rosie

    Reply
  2. Small Town Mommy says

    September 5, 2012 at 7:16 am

    Sparkle you are so right! There is no way that a dog could rule the world. They spend too much time drooling. While I am not onboard with the mandatory nap time (no time to nap), I won’t hold that against you.

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  3. KatzTales says

    September 4, 2012 at 7:09 pm

    Oh dear, this must be the Sink of Politics! Good that you held your own, Sparkle!

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  4. Penelope says

    September 4, 2012 at 12:57 pm

    Sparkle!
    Yous has made some great points! And mes loved your speech on Stereotypes too! Me thinks yous is really in the running!
    kisses
    Nellie

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  5. Mike says

    September 4, 2012 at 8:30 am

    You know we’re having an extremely dumb ‘human’ election here in Quebec today and I don’t know who to vote for. I’m VERY tempted to append ‘Sparkle’ to the end of the ballot because all of the other candidates suck.

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  6. da tabbies o trout towne says

    September 4, 2012 at 8:12 am

    a grate debate two day sparkle N we hope ewe can a point sum amBASSadors ta visit each home with sum….trout !!!…..:)

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  7. Gattina says

    September 3, 2012 at 11:25 pm

    Go ahead Sparkle !! most of the politicians are sitting in their litterbox !

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  8. Layla Morgan Wilde (Cat Wisdom 101.com) says

    September 3, 2012 at 11:24 pm

    We loved debating with you today and you make some good points.

    Reply
  9. FuzzMother says

    September 3, 2012 at 10:38 pm

    Sparkle, our Mom is in her sixties but she didn’t wait until then to start napping–she always naps! In fact, we usually have to wake her up to get fed!!! She can almost out-nap us! Maybe she is part cat or just wants to be because she has always recognized feline superiority over humans and all other life forms. Cats Rule! And so should you Sparkle!

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  10. Oui Oui says

    September 3, 2012 at 6:36 pm

    Maybe if they followed your advice and took a nap, they wouldn’t be so crabby! The world would be a much better place!

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  11. meowmeowmans says

    September 3, 2012 at 6:19 pm

    Sparkle, you sure put those political humans in their place! It’s clear that you would make a supreme ruler, indeed!

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  12. Father Tom says

    September 3, 2012 at 6:08 pm

    Well, even candidates for Ruler of the World aren’t immune as far as stupid questions are concerned..geez. You handled yourself beautifully!

    Tom

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  13. Cathy Keisha says

    September 3, 2012 at 6:06 pm

    Sparkle, the reason we’re not bothering with issues is that the title Cat Ruler is just a Figurehead like the Queen of England. We all rule. I’m impressed, though, that you didn’t let Bill O’Reilly shout you down.

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  14. Sweet Purrfections says

    September 3, 2012 at 5:43 pm

    If only the humans would listen and learn from us kitties.

    Reply
  15. Spitty the Kitty says

    September 3, 2012 at 5:41 pm

    Oh Sparkle! I am TORN! You are such a role model for all Kitties! I might have to have a seance and summon the spirit of former Chicago Mayor Richard Daley and get his advice on how to vote twice. I bet he’d help a guy out, doncha think?

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  16. Noir the Texas Tabby says

    September 3, 2012 at 5:12 pm

    Oh my, Ms. Sparkle—I love a ladycat with some spunk. You tell em the media–we NEED our naps. Can I be your campaign manager? I’ll work for Friskies Party Mix!

    Noir

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  17. Abby says

    September 3, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    Sparkle
    You handled it just like a pro!
    purrs
    >^,,^<
    ✿•*¨`*•. ♥Abby♥Boo♥Ping♥Jinx♥Grace♥✿•*¨`*•.

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  18. Eric and Flynn says

    September 3, 2012 at 4:21 pm

    Well done Sparkle. You didn’t let him get one over on you.

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  19. Glogirly & Katie says

    September 3, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    You sure put them in their place Sparkle.
    I have to say I agree with you on every point. I just can’t believe how silly the questions are coming from these humans. Makes you want to meow, “Duh.”
    ; ) Katie

    Reply
  20. Cats of wildcat woods says

    September 3, 2012 at 3:46 pm

    Have you considered running for president???

    Reply
  21. Brian says

    September 3, 2012 at 3:33 pm

    I think you were going to put those humans in the litter box…the deep end!

    Reply
  22. CATachresis says

    September 3, 2012 at 3:07 pm

    Good grief, Sparkle! Are you channelling Margaret Thatcher? 8~}

    Reply
  23. Marilia says

    September 3, 2012 at 2:22 pm

    Hehe! Don´t be angry Sparkle… Kisses

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  24. CCL Wendy says

    September 3, 2012 at 2:19 pm

    Sparkle, you’re bound to do a better job at ruling the world than any human being has before you. No contest!

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  25. BeadedTail says

    September 3, 2012 at 2:18 pm

    Mandatory naps? We thought that was a rule already!

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  26. Katie Bella says

    September 3, 2012 at 2:13 pm

    Sparkle…I am convinced!

    Reply
  27. Mark's Mews (Ayla, Iza, and Marley) says

    September 3, 2012 at 1:29 pm

    Sparkle, you have convinced us that you would be an EXCELLENT Cat Ruler of the World!

    Reply
  28. Toby & Leia says

    September 3, 2012 at 1:23 pm

    You sure showed him! Kept your paw down and didn’t let him wiggle out. PS: We are all total believers in this house for naps.

    Reply
  29. Katnip Lounge says

    September 3, 2012 at 10:59 am

    Mommy is SO with you on the napping, Sparkle…as are we!

    Reply
  30. Grace says

    September 3, 2012 at 9:55 am

    Clever, and funny…

    Reply
  31. Caren Gittleman says

    September 3, 2012 at 8:16 am

    Uh-oh Sparkle…my Mom isn’t too far away from 60 herself and trust me…she NEVER naps 🙂

    Love, Cody

    Reply
    • Sparkle says

      September 3, 2012 at 12:17 pm

      Mandatory nap times need to be created JUST for humans like yours and mine, Cody! They need to relax sometimes. 😉

      Reply
  32. The Poupounette Gang says

    September 3, 2012 at 7:40 am

    Let’s face it, Sparkle, talk show hosts are not always the brightest “sparks”….

    Anyway, our Tommy would like to endorse you for Cat Ruler of the World, if he may. We do too, of course, for many reasons… the Somaliness has something to do with it, and we just love Tabby’s Place!

    Purrs,
    The Chans

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  33. Sammy says

    September 3, 2012 at 7:22 am

    Way to go Sparkle! Those media boys messed with the wrong candidate when they thought they could get one by YOU! Excellent job………..you certainly are good on your feet (er…um….paws I mean).

    Kitty Hugs, Sammy

    Reply
  34. Sparky Spitfire says

    September 3, 2012 at 7:19 am

    Fight the Power, Sparkle!!!

    Reply
  35. Texas, a cat in New York says

    September 3, 2012 at 7:12 am

    Good job, Sparkle!

    Reply
  36. Fui, Suey and Lishy says

    September 3, 2012 at 7:03 am

    Our mum would vote for you. She has scheduled mandatory naps in her afternoons, and we are enjoying them very much.

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  37. Zee and Zoey - Deb Barnes says

    September 3, 2012 at 6:12 am

    Well said, Sparkle!! It’s about time someone clarified that dogs aren’t bad, in fact, we actually love dogs, but they just can’t be the Cat Ruler of the World for the reasons you stated.

    Reply
  38. prancer pie says

    September 3, 2012 at 5:20 am

    What’s wrong with mandatory naps????

    Reply
  39. Hannah and Lucy says

    September 3, 2012 at 4:46 am

    What a great campaign Sparkle we’ll be campaigning round our neighbourhood for you.
    Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx

    Reply
  40. Marg says

    September 3, 2012 at 4:29 am

    Well said Sparkle and you are doing one good job of campaigning. The dogs are good too. Take care.

    Reply
  41. Mr. Puddy says

    September 3, 2012 at 2:57 am

    I feel for you, Miss Sparkle ! And That human got no idea about nap …MOL
    By the way, I got your email but I’m not pretty sure about the detail how to join and where to vote and which Tuesday ? ..if tomorrow it will be impossible ! Cause mom have to work tomorrow !
    By the way number 2, miss you and the crew : )
    xox

    Reply
  42. Famous SpokesGoat Pricilla says

    September 3, 2012 at 1:42 am

    I will admit that I am more for basking than for napping but I would not ARGUE with you about it….

    Reply

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