Is power an aphrodisiac?

Well the papers revealed today that yet another politician has been having an affair. It does make you wonder what all these women see in them, let's face it John Prescott is not what has been traditionally viewed as handsome. Maybe it's his charisma?!

You have to feel sorry for the partner/boyfriend/significant other of the woman involved, Guardian Unlimited quotes his interview with The Mirror: "I feel sick. I can't believe the woman I wanted to marry has slept with John Prescott." You rather get the feeling it's not so much the actual affair that has upset him, more so the choice of politician.