But sexual problems resulting from a likely psychological disorder -- a behavioral-emotional illness --is, in these fractious, political times with Democrats running scared, clearly another matter entirely. Matters of sex tend to elicit less compassion, more embarrassment and more moral judgmentalism than sympathy. This is true even if, as in Weiner's case, nothing criminal is attached to these behaviors; and even if the transactions in which he was engaged were virtual and never physically expressed.
I personally think seeking help is a wise decision by Rep. Weiner and I hope his colleagues give him a chance to get his demons quieted and his dysfunctional life patterns under control. There's plenty of time to seek revenge for a man's weaknesses and embarrassing behavior if he stumbles or fails in his rehabilitation.
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