couldn't get elected dogcatcher



couldn't get elected dogcatcher

So unpopular or unqualified as to be unable to be elected to even the lowliest role. A hyperbolic phrase, especially since animal control officers are appointed, not elected. Primarily heard in US, South Africa. After making off-color remarks about several demographics of voters, the would-be mayor couldn't even get elected dogcatcher.
See also: elect, get

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Zacchaeusza-KEE-əs (English)Biblical
Muireann-Irish
Fairuz-Arabic
Aubury['ɔ:bri]
SjraSHRAHLimburgish
FlossieFLAWS-eeEnglish