Open Thread

For general discussion and debate. Possible talking point: Edwards admits he had affair (photo courtesy Eflux).

At this point, he claims the baby isn't his. Will he be forced to prove it by having a blood test? How much media focus do you think this will get? Is his political career over, or will he be quickly forgiven like most Democrats caught having extra-marital affairs? Will this have any impact on the upcoming elections?

Bonus question: what's the likelihood this stays national, headline news for months much like 2006's Mark Foley scandal?