I see nothing wrong with either woman and I don't see how this is a jab at Katherine. Kate simply said what she thought; she obviously doesn't know Katherine well and she doesn't pay attention to the comparison bullshit the media is all about. What's so harsh about that? Katherine could still be considered up and coming---she's certainly not mainstream---so I see no reason why Kate should acknowledge her more. Especially when asked about her stealing her throne, which is such a stupid topic anyway.