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by tek on Tue Mar 11, 2008 at 10:38:43 AM EST
really don't like to see Democrats trying to spin this away.  Whether it was a crime or not, or he was targeted or not, Spitzer has committed a very serious mistake.  Would it be okay if he hadn't been the target of a Republican investigation or if he hadn't been caught?  No.

Americans across the board have to come to terms with the reality that if a person is going to accept a personal trust (marriage vows) or a public trust (political office), or both, then that person must be committed to behavior consistent with the promises made.  

I feel so much sympathy for his wife and kids.  She looked like she was about to collapse all through the presser.  In our society, I think we've totally lost sight of the personal devastation of these situations and have devolved into apologetics for the man in question if he's in our party.  It's just time to say, this behavior is unacceptable.  If you can't behave, don't run for office.

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But the people lose when a philanderer.... (none / 0) (#79)
by kdog on Tue Mar 11, 2008 at 12:19:49 PM EST
is automatically excluded from holding office.  Imagine no Tom Jefferson and no JFK.

GW appears to be faithful to his wife...and he's one of the worst ever.

The problem with Spitzer is that he broke the law...a stupid law, but one he had no problem enforcing against others.  He should reap what he has sown.

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