I didn't vote for Bush but I'm concerned about Ernie just the same. Cats don't care about your political affiliation--personally I think there's a lot of Republican about them, as they are known for their self-reliance and independence, but it takes someone with a Democratic sense of tolerance to see beyond their aloofness and find the affectionate creature underneath that standoffish disposition. (I know there are many who might disagree with my analysis; feel free to write your reactions!)

I heard some have speculated that Ernie may be hanging out in Malibu--hope that story's true, and that some Baywatch lifeguard with keen eyes would take Ernie home safe and sound! That is, if the lifeguard doesn't decide to keep Ernie first!