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letsdothis1 ago

Every single article about Pete Rouse goes on about him being unmarried and childless with an obsession for cats. Almost feels like doublespeak for something.

Commenters to the Gawker article called the Newell out on his stereotypes. “The Prince,” for example, said “Middle aged bachelor. Enjoys his privacy. Loves cats. Very subtle insinuation.”

http://www.catster.com/the-scoop/wh-chief-of-staffs-love-of-cats-inspires-praise-put-downs

EurekaVortex ago

“Boobookitteh” commented, in response to the mention of Rouse’s “only hobby,” was, “You say that like it’s a bad thing.”