How does a candidate’s personal life affect his or her fitness for office?

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich announced his campaign for president yesterday. Observers have suggested that his two divorces and history of infidelity might be liabilities to his campaign. Today's Question: How does a candidate's personal life affect his or her fitness for office?

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