Sanford’s Affair - Is it really that wrong?

Yes, Mark Sanford had an affair with Argentinian woman but the real problem is his lying.  He left the country and presumably no one knew where he was. As a governor, I’m sure he knew he was accountable to the people of his state for his actions or missing in action as you will. His staff had to lie for him since they had no idea where he was.  His affair is the least of his problems. I have more problems with the way he behaved by leaving the country, not telling where he went, and forcing his staff to lie for him. That is totally unacceptable for a leader.  I don’t care what party he is with (BTW, I’m a strong conservative). 

Mark’s and Maria’s emails are written well and beautiful to read. It sounds like they are really in love but he still had commitments to meet. I’m talking about professionally not even mentioning his family at this point. Just focusing on his governorship.  Family is a whole other subject. I never even heard of this man until this scandal broke out yesterday. Early in the week, I was aware of his missing. I personally was thinking something horrible happened to him. Boy was I wrong.

My opinion - his affair isn’t as bad as his lying.  Let’s face it many people have affairs so at least it wasn’t with a prostitute ring. The emails read like they really do love each other. 

Sanford should step down as governor for his lying to his staff and not capable of thinking clearly. Just my opinion