Yet, when Clinton supporters jump ship in reaction to Monicagate, it appears to be the men who are bailing out first. So I have a few additional theories. Women tend to be more vulnerable to changes in economy and government safety net. For people who need help, generally speaking, Republicans are from Mars, Democrats are from Venus. Expect the worst and you won't be disappointed.
Women have lower expectations of men in matters of the heart than men have of each other.
They are more accustomed to watching real people work through family dysfunction far more shocking than anything of which Clinton is accused. The Effectiveness Gap. Even those who support Clinton's agenda fear his effectiveness has been compromised by his loss of credibility. We have yet to see what else may be lost in coming battles over the budget, HMO reform, campaign reform and other issues. Each of us has reasons, practical and emotional, for feeling the way we do.