Dilbert cartoon first published on Saturday 28th May 1994

Dilbert//1869, first published 32 years ago on Saturday 28th May 1994

Tags

genus derogatory word rat rattus define its own name dog smarter than stupid rattus animals

Official transcript

"From now on, I prefer that you not refer to my genus by the derogatory word 'rat'."

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

FROM NOW ON, I PREFER THAT YOU NOT REFER TO MY GENUS BY THE DEROGATORY WORD "RAT." THE CORRECT WORD IS "RATTUS." IT IS THE RIGHT OF ANY GROUP TO DEFINE ITS OWN NAME. YOU MUST RESPECT THAT.

DON'T CALLME A DOG ANY MORE. FROM NOW ON MY CORRECT NAME IS "SMARTER-THAN-A- STUPID-RATTUS."

collated from github.com/jvarn/dilbert-archive

AI Analysis

Comic Strip Title: "A Scientific Discussion"

Summary:

The comic strip features a conversation between a dog and a rat, discussing the scientific classification of their genus. The dog proposes the name "Rattus" for the rat's genus, but the rat objects, citing its derogatory connotations. The dog then suggests an alternative name, "Smarter-Than-A-Stupid-Rattus," which the rat finds acceptable.

Key Points:

• The comic strip humorously explores the complexities of scientific nomenclature.
• The conversation between the dog and the rat highlights the importance of respecting each other's names and avoiding derogatory language.
• The strip showcases the creative and lighthearted approach to science and communication.

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