Congressmen Sullivan checks into alcohol rehab

[RecycleMichael]

Today, Congressman John Sullivan released the following statement:

"Last night, I checked myself in to the Betty Ford Center in California to treat my addiction to alcohol.

To ensure my success in this fight, I've decided to take a temporary leave of absence from Congress. I value my relationship with the citizens of Oklahoma's First Congressional District, whom I am privileged and honored to have served for the past eight years. So, I wanted to be open and honest on this tough situation.

I ask for your continued support and prayers as I face the challenges that lay ahead. I look forward to returning to serve and work for you in the House of Representatives as soon as possible.

My family is going through a difficult time right now and I ask that you respect their privacy and keep us in your thoughts and prayers. With God's help and strength, I will get through this most challenging time in my life."

[Cats Cats Cats]

No wonder he wanted Georgianna to go home.  He wanted the rest of the booze.

Good luck to him, I just wish he was stand up enough to step down last election and let somebody without a substance abuse problem represent District 1.  It had to effect his work/life or he wouldn't be in rehab.

[waterboy]

I'm glad he was able to summon the strength to make this decision and wish him luck. Fortunately for him he has a great insurance policy that will give him a chance.

[FOTD]

I'm glad he was able to summon the strength to make this decision and wish him luck. Fortunately for him he has a great insurance policy that will give him a chance.

Yes. Good luck Sully. Alcohol is a bad drug.

[FOTD]

Tulsa Whirled editorial shows compassion for alcoholism in this morning's editorial.....what about addicts of every persuasion?

Sympathy for the devil.....