Americans transfixed by high infidelity

By Jennifer Harper
May 7, 2008

Politicians appear to be on a whistle-stop tour of infidelity. It's the McGreevey-Dann-Spitzer show — and then some.

Infidelity is big theater these days, providing both spectacle and cautionary tale to eager onlookers and press alike. Adultery and its attendant behaviors have created a popular culture and cottage industry all their own, driving political strategy, press coverage and — on rare occasions — a few positive outcomes.

America is along for the ride — and ready to hear more about the greater implications of infidelity. the rest image