Politics & Government

What do You Think of Schwarzenegger's Revelations?

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I don't know about you, but I'm feeling sad for Maria Shriver, disgusted that so many top male leaders seem to have the fatal flaw of roving eye, and disappointed that the Camelot-like couple of former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Shriver are now tabloid covers.

But, I've found myself equally disgusted with the media this week (yes, a self-effacing conundrum.) I tend to view fidelity issues as a personal matter, and I hate watching sensitive family matters splayed across headlines as a political battle. Sure, it's disheartening that Schwarzenegger chose to philander - with a political aid nonetheless - but does it change my opinion of his decisions as the "Govern-ator"? No, not really.

I feel much the same about President Barack Obama's seemingly formidible relationship with wife Michelle. I think it's great that Obama has brought an intellegent and accomplished first lady with him to the White House, and I like that he treats her respectfully in media interviews. Does it change my opinion of him as a person, or his policy? Not at all.

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My main reaction is to shrug at all the glowing media recounts of the Obamas' union. After all, who really knows what a marriage looks like behind closed doors.

Were you surprised...and shocked? Or just saying "business as usual?"

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