Sex, Lies and Politics

     I was duped big time. At the risk of being called naïve, I gave Edwards the benefit of the doubt - because ultimately I would rather wear a ditz label than wrongly accuse an individual of such an incredibly ill noble, self-centered, moronic deed as cheating at a most inopportune critical moment in history.
     It was pretty easy to rationalize the innocence of someone whose family had gone through prolonged crisis. John Edwards was in the spotlight. For a moment or two he was the spotlight and his ailing wife right along with him. What a symbol of unity if ever there was one.
     Even O'Reilly wouldn't finger wag given the condition of Edward's wife. So why do we blind ourselves and think the very best of those who are innately as human as we are?

     Maybe at the end of the day we want leaders to believe in, leaders that are bigger than base - paragons of virtue who empower us to stand up with the same strength with which they stand. And we want to see that virtue for more than a fleeting moment.

    It's not too much to ask that our politicians start acting like the noble men and women we elect them to be when they hold honorable offices, which represent our United States of America.

    Infidelity statistics in our country are staggering. I understand that politicians are not responsible for the choices that Americans make, however, I wonder: If Washington started behaving with character, loyalty and integrity what message might ring out to families all across our country who find themselves victims of turmoil and temptations.   

    Why do we make excuses for dishonorable behavior? Some animals treat their partners with more dignity and honor! I'm weary with nodding my head and feeling ashamed for the conduct of our leaders. Call me old-fashioned, sanctimonious, living a pipe dream - or whatever!  It's time Americans behaved above their own character for their family's, their faith's, and their country's sake.

    We find ourselves leading depraved lives when we believe we can do anything without accountability. Do you think Mr. Edward's would have had the affair if his best friend were privy -keeping him in line? Would he behave the same if he knew his wife was watching?  Heck no!  Some individuals think they're too smart, clever or above reproach. Vassar, Harvard, Princeton-nor any institution, affiliation or membership can make people too smart, clever or righteous for accountability. Still, may we all wise up.