David Miller, the Democratic nominee for State Comptroller, has joined other leading members of his party in calling for Scott Lee Cohen to step down, stating that the Democratic lieutenant governor nominee "does not represent the values of our party." From a statement:

I find it appalling to even consider someone with his record to hold any kind of public office.  People need to have faith and trust in elected leaders, and we don't need anyone in office who has abused women or neglected their responsibilities.

His refusal to step down is not only arrogant, but he is sending a message that domestic abuse is acceptable.  It is completely and totally unacceptable.