Morris
the Cat Announces Candidacy for President
"Morris the Cat" From 9Lives® Brand Cat Food Returns To Campaign Trail
for 2012 Election; Extends Offer to "Stubbs the Cat" as Potential
Running Mate
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- With only a
series of presidential debates to go before the big day, the excitement
and anticipation of the upcoming election is enough to make your hair
stand up – and for some four-legged contenders, it will! Today, the
most famous cat-celebrity in the world and face of 9Lives® brand cat
food, Morris the Cat, announced he is officially running in the 2012
United States Presidential Election. Additionally, Morris extended an
offer to the well-known Mayor of Talkeenta, Alaska, Stubbs the Cat, to
be his running mate. As a champion for all cats, Morris' campaign
platform features issues every feline can relate to, such as forever
homes for all cats, eliminating empty food bowls, and freedom of
attitude, to name a few.
"It's time to let the cat out of the bag - I'm running for President,"
said Morris the Cat. "As we head out on the campaign trail, my hope is
that Mayor Stubbs and I put our best paw forward in representing all
cats everywhere."
It's been more than 20 years since Morris' last run at the Oval Office,
initially making history as the first feline to try for the presidency
in 1988, followed by his second run in 1992. Although popular, Morris
lost his bid for President in both elections. This time around, Morris
is seeking the support of his fellow feline politician, Mayor Stubbs,
in the hopes that his campaign platform featuring equality for all cats
and a drive for feeding felines in need, hits home with fans nationwide.
"A future where every cat lives well is Morris' greatest passion, and
it has certainly helped him gain supporters and a strong feline
following," said Sue Resnicoff, Director of Cat Food Marketing at Del
Monte Foods. "We believe every cat should live life to the fullest and
we support Morris in his campaign platforms and bid for office in the
2012 Election."
THE PURRFECT CAUSE
In their drive to create a nation where all cats live well, Morris and
9Lives® brand cat food have pledged to give back to cats in need for
the duration of their campaign. Facebook visitors can download a free
election poster, insert their own cat's face, and share with Facebook
friends and Twitter followers, all in support of Morris' platform and
vision. For each share of the campaign poster on Facebook, the Morris
campaign will contribute one bowl of 9Lives® cat food to Pets Are
Wonderful Support, San Francisco (PAWS San Francisco), up to 3,000 lbs.
of cat food. The mission of PAWS San Francisco is to preserve, support
and nurture the human-animal bond for those most vulnerable in the
community. To join Morris and Stubbs on the campaign trail, loyal
followers may visit www.facebook.com/MorrisTheCat and click on the
interactive tab for Morris' Campaign Headquarters.
MORRIS ON A MISSION
Morris' stance on feline policy is largely a product of his humble
beginning, as he spent his early life as a shelter cat before being
adopted and ultimately landing the role as the face of the 9Lives®
brand, promoting responsible pet ownership and pet adoptions through
animal shelters. In 2006 and 2007, Morris led the 9Lives® cat
food-sponsored, Morris' Million Cat Rescue adoption campaign, traveling
the country to raise awareness and facilitate cat adoptions. As he sets
his sights on The White House, Morris continues to commit himself to
ensuring a future where every cat lives well.
Morris' potential running mate, Stubbs the Cat, is currently serving
his 15th year as mayor after winning the 1997 election as a write-in
candidate.
To find out how to support the Morris ticket, visit Morris the Cat's
online campaign site at www.facebook.com/MorrisTheCat
now through
Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 6,
About Del Monte Pet Products
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Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS)
Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) is a human service organization that
was founded in 1987 in response to the AIDS epidemic and the challenges
it created in the community. Over the past 25 years, PAWS has expanded
services to new groups of clients by offering services to people with
disabling illnesses other than HIV/AIDS (2002) and to senior citizens
(2007). Since 1987, PAWS has provided thousands of individuals in need
with comprehensive companion animal support services – including a pet
food and supply bank, dog walking, cat care, grooming, supplemental and
emergency vet services, transportation to vet appointments, foster care
when clients need long-term hospitalization and re-homing of animals
when clients pass away. By providing these essential support services
and educating the larger community on the benefits of the human-animal
bond, PAWS improves the health and well-being of disabled individuals
and the animals in their lives. Our mission is simple: To
preserve, support and nurture the human-animal bond for those most
vulnerable in our community. But it goes deeper than that. At PAWS we
believe that the human-animal bond not only fosters the health of our
clients, but that it feeds their spirit as well. We nurture one of the
most important relationships in our clients' lives.