In case you are really interested, and in fact are invited to one of Bush's alleged town meetings, keep in mind that they are for the most part love fests. Here is one quote from the most recent "grilling" in Cedar Rapids. This can be found on the White House website. You would think they would edit . . . but they don't.

"AUDIENCE MEMBER: What kind of pets do you have in the White House?

"THE PRESIDENT: I can't stand these tough questions. (Laughter.) What kind of pets we got in the White House. (Laughter.) Thank you for asking that question. We have got two. We had three, and unfortunately, little Spot has passed on. It was a sad moment. She is -- interestingly enough, Spot was born in the White House, when Mother and Dad were there. And curiously enough, Spot passed away in the White House, a happy dog. (Laughter.) She was happy. We were sad. We loved her dearly -- 15 years old, I want you to know. Now, we have -- we got two left. The cat has got about nine lives and nine names. (Laughter.) I just call it Willie. Is that all right? Yes. The girls love Willie. And then the all-time great dog, Barney. (Laughter.) Barney -- Barney is a near four-year-old Scottish terrier. Gosh, I'm glad you asked. (Laughter.) He's a fabulous little guy."

Barney, of course, has his own Web site. The cat's official name, by the way, is India.