First of all, childless cat ladies are often childless for reasons other than they’re bearers of fruitless wombs. Secondly, Dubya was brilliant at folksy rube-play because he was authentic.  As part time Texan, ranch & oil man, part-time Maine country clubber, Yale-educated, son of a battle-axe (and I was very fond of his mother, Barbara Bush), he could navigate a tux or a tractor.  Supported by his secret weapon, Democrat-reared, well-grounded, self-effacing and practical Laura, he couldn’t lose. 

 I like that interpretation of Dubya and his context. Thanks for sharing it! 

 And Barbara. What a singular lady of her era. 

 Total badass. GWB was “turrafied” of her, with good reason; she loved him but felt he was a bit foolish. She was a stunning beauty in her day, but graced also with shrewd character judgment. 

 Thanks for the conversation. Love your handle BTW…