I have no idea how the questions you posed in your first response have anything to do with what I wrote. My use of Africa as “exhibit A” is no different than the Time’s use of it to talk about the 50 million orphans. If I have somehow forgotten the demographical and political nuances of the various nations within that continent, so also has the Times.

Here’s my question for you – if the disintegration of the family unit destroys a society, does it matter the cause of that disintegration?

Regarding the Clinton / Sanford comparison, the two are not on the same scale. President Clinton committed a Nixon-esque abuse of Presidential power by attempting to undermine the supremacy of the law – he lied under oath. Sanford subjected himself to the law by admitting an affair thereby exposing his illegal use of taxpayer funds for personal gain. He will be judged for his crime. At least he didn’t insult the nation by desecrating a national treasure staining it (an an intern) with his seed.

Any direct comparison between these two incidents is utter nonsense – a political maneuver to rebuild the image of one party’s hero.

It’s an old story. That’s why it’s unwise for Christians to align themselves too closely with either party. The Kingdom of God isn’t in either party’s platform.

Yes.

In any case, Sanford’s failure to the voting public in following his male organ to another country while leaving his office effectively vacated is unforgiveable for an elected official. The fact that he has not offered his resignation only underscores his complete lack of dedication to his oath of office. His resignation would be his only political redemption.

Just out of curiosity… did you happen to say the same thing about Bill Clinton following his male organ around after the interns?

Regardless, what happened to Sanford’s family is a stupid, avoidable tragedy. It never ceases to amaze me the capacity of elected officials, especially men, to risk careers and families for simple sexual gratification.

Though I suppose it’s better than having a truly ruthless Machiavellian with some self-control in office. At least we can count on the downfall of less-than-dedicated ‘public servants.’ Sometimes.

In any case, Sanford’s failure to the voting public in following his male organ to another country while leaving his office effectively vacated is unforgiveable for an elected official. The fact that he has not offered his resignation only underscores his complete lack of dedication to his oath of office. His resignation would be his only political redemption.