Stages of Scandals on Democrats

Stage 1: Deny
(this one is universal)

Stage 2: Attack & Discredit

Stage 3: Obfuscate

Stage 4: Polka Dot Dress
            (Proof  Emerges)

Stage 5: Mass Media Attention 
           (e.g., no longer just Fox)

Stage 6: Ethics Committee Probe

Stage 7: Obstinance

Stage 8: Rally Around
              the "Victim"

Stage 9: Seek Redemption

Stage 10: Flip of Coin - 
Resign, Impeach and/or Stay

Republicans Stages:

1. Deny
2. Mass Media Attention Intense - All Networks, local radio
3. Resignation
4. Proof Emerges
5. Seek Redemption