Democrats circle the wagon, and Republicans circle the firing squad.
There are plenty of examples (Kennedy, Biden, Byrd, Rangel, et al), but a good example is Jerry Studds, Democrat.
He was an acknowledge pedophile.....but also charged was Republican Dan Crane; Crane left the House in disgrace !....But unbelieveably the Democratic party elevated Studds status in the House, and unbelieveably applauded him for hanging tough against the charges....
The Democrats have no morality; they believe in a "whatever it takes" philosphy. That includes lying, stealing, cheating, and yes, sexual misconduct with minors.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gerry_Studds
http://www.ihatethemedia.com/democra...charlie-rangel
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_Crane