I don't have the energy to scan every post on this thread but why would anyone on this forum reflexively believe the MSM line on Rudy's personal life? It's as trustworthy as anything they typically put forth as the truth.
The reality is Rudy was, early on in his mayoral term, stuck in a loveless marriage and his wife clung to him, the marriage, and the spotlight it brought upon her. She used it to catupult her career and Rudy acted as honorably as one possibly could given the circumstances. Many of us who live and lived in NY during the time are well aware of this reality and we're also aware of his capabilities.
Simply put, other than possibly Ronald Reagan, no elected leader has ever had a more direct positive impact upon the quality of my life than Rudy Giuliani. He's as real as real gets.
Given my druthers, sure I'd prefer the White House were occupied by a man whose conservative principles were more alligned with mine on a number of issues. Rick Santorum, however, got smoked. George Allen proved himself an inept candidate. And Jeff Sessions ain't running.
Take issue with Rudy on whatever legitimate policy issue you will, but this personal stuff is bunk. It's being propagated by liberals who fear him and conservatives who don't know him.
"Divide and conquer" is the name of the MSM game.