The press goes after a Democrat

I couldn't figure this out when I first heard about it.  Yes, the man blasphemed the gay gospel, and that will get you nailed whoever you are.  But this seemed so, well, trivial.  I know what he was saying, and it actually plays into the 'born this way' meme.  But why was I hearing multiple stories on liberal outlets about this guy? Then I heard: he was considered a possible challenger to Hillary Clinton in the 2016 primaries.  If you want to see the media trash and destroy liberal Democrats, watch what happens anyone who challenges Clinton.