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Originally Posted by UofMfan

I totally agree with that sentiment, except when the politician, for instance Edwards, is in a position to take down the entire Democratic party down with him.

I don't care what anyone does in the privacy of the bedroom, etc, I do care what effect that may have on a cause, party, political movement, etc because unfortunately, it does.

Had Edwards been elected President, the consequences of his actions would have reached way beyond what he did to his family.

In Weiner's case, it shows poor judgement, lack of impulse control, etc and during a closely contested election year, it gives the opposing party an edge.

I don't disagree with you. But, really, my point is that it -shouldn't- give the opposing party an edge. It does, yes. But it shouldn't.