Charlie Rose, with his modern philosophical contribution of ‘I feel, therefore I am,’ has found himself in hot water when accused of being a sexual predator. He appeals to what he calls ‘shared feelings’ between himself and his victims. This ‘feeling,’ defined as a self-interested supposition about others’ thoughts, often used to justify behavior that others object to, raises intriguing questions about his perception of humanity. His self-defense strategy, with ‘all of us, including me,’ suggests a widespread assumption that such behavior is a norm rather than an exception. Yet, the practical interpretation of this excuse seems to acknowledge that such behavior is no longer tolerated. Rose’s impersonal use of ‘conduct’ seems to suggest a lack of personal responsibility. The use of historical distinctions to mitigate guilt is a tactic that raises doubts about genuine reflection or just a strategic attempt to escape consequences.