Cartel Cats: Know Your Rights
Chapter Twenty-Three: Don't Poke the Bear (Diplomatic Immunity Live!)
[Live on the Cardinals News Network]
🎬 Breaking News: The Bear Is Loose!
The city of Pawloma is buzzing. Word on the street is that a new player has arrived—a foreign dignitary with full diplomatic immunity. That means, by law, this "bear" can't be arrested or prosecuted for most crimes, no matter what they do. It's like having a license to walk away from almost anything.
Barbara Sanders and her crew are watching the news from Mama Patch's living room, tension thick in the air.
Scene 1: What Is Diplomatic Immunity?
Barbara (explaining):
"Diplomatic immunity means you're protected from being arrested or sued in the country you're visiting. It's supposed to keep diplomats safe so they can do their jobs without fear of harassment. But it can also be a shield for some seriously bad behavior."
Rico, eyes wide, asks,
"So… if this bear wants to cause trouble, nobody can stop them?"
Barbara:
"Pretty much. That's why you don't poke the bear. If someone's got that kind of power and you see someone trying to provoke them, you better believe their intentions aren't good."
Scene 2: Don't Poke the Bear
Mama Patch, wise as ever, chimes in.
Mama Patch:
"If you see someone poking the bear—especially one with diplomatic immunity—you need to step in or get out of the way. Anyone who's willing to mess with that kind of danger is either reckless or planning something even worse. Their intent can only be bad."
Sneezy Lila adds,
"If they're not scared of the bear, maybe they're the real threat."
Scene 3: Live on the Cardinals
[Cardinals News Anchor, live on air]:
"We're getting reports of a confrontation downtown. The dignitary, known as 'The Bear,' is being provoked by a local troublemaker. Authorities urge all citizens to stay clear of the area and avoid escalating the situation. Remember: Diplomatic immunity means the bear can't be touched—but if someone's poking, something big is brewing."
Scene 4: The Moral
Barbara turns to her crew.
Barbara:
"Sometimes, the most dangerous person isn't the one with the power—it's the one trying to provoke them. If you see someone poking the bear, ask yourself: What are they really after? And is it worth the risk to everyone else?"
Mama Patch nods,
"Stay smart, stay safe, and don't let someone else's bad intentions drag you into disaster."
Rights Recap Song
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Don't poke the bear, don't start a fight,
Diplomatic immunity means they bite.
If you see a troublemaker, step aside,
Their intentions are dark, don't let them hide.
Power unchecked can be a dangerous game,
If you see the warning signs, don't fan the flame.
Stay alert, stay wise, keep your crew in sight—
Because poking the bear never ends right.
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Spoken Outro (Barbara)
Remember:
Diplomatic immunity isn't a joke—it's real power.
If you see someone trying to provoke the untouchable,
ask yourself why.
Protect yourself, protect your crew,
and never let someone else's drama become your downfall.