If you're not aware, a cat exposing their belly to you is a sign of trust, as it is their most vulnerable area. Touching their belly when they do that betrays that trust, which is why they attack you. It is not an invitation to touch their belly.
De La Cruz can say whatever she wants about Palestine because she knows she doesn't have a chance in Hell of winning. Any third party candidate can say whatever they think will win over voters when there's no risk for doing so. Harris doesn't have that luxury during such a close race.
They don't need to be paid to be ignorant. A lot of people don't understand nuance or how the American political system works and it shows in those threads.
Russia just can't help making a joke out of itself...