Sex scandal: Should Democrat David Wu resign?

The Oregon congressman says he won't quit, despite allegations that he had an "unwanted sexual encounter" with a donor's teenage daughter

Rep. David Wu (D-Ore.) is resisting calls for his resignation following reports of sexual misconduct with a minor but some say Democrats should force him out.
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Democratic leaders in the House are calling for an ethics investigation of Rep. David Wu (D-Ore.), following reports that he had an "unwanted sexual encounter" with a donor's teenage daughter. Wu has grown increasingly unpopular in his district, following reports of erratic behavior, including an incident in which he sent staff members a photo of himself in a tiger costume. The embattled Democrat says he won't seek re-election in 2012, but is resisting calls from both parties to resign immediately. Should Wu step down, or stick around to clear his name? (Watch a report about the allegations.)

Democratic leaders should insist he quit: Calling for an ethics investigation is a start, says Janet Shan at The Hinterland Gazette, but House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi should really be calling for Wu's resignation. Anthony Weiner got pushed off Capitol Hill for texting adult women pictures of his package. "Wu's case is far more serious and borders on criminal behavior."

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