Margulies admits she was quick to judge political wives like Jennie Sanford and Silda Spitzer before she accepted the part and began exploring the complicated scenarios these often very accomplished women are dealt.
Those quick to judge her for seeking such public closure (a national tabloid magazine cover? why not counseling?) will be happy to know that Nordegren told People she had no intention of speaking publicly about her relationship with Woods in the future, and looks forward to a private life with her children.
It's a bit like the hypothetical judge who is quick to put a young man on probation for minor drug violations but then is extremely reluctant to lock him up when he reoffends.