Toronto’s Mayor Rob Ford is taking leave seeking professional help for his problems with alcohol . In press release sent to ethiofidel, Mayor Ford indicated that he is fully committed to getting professional help. He does not specify how long he will be away from campaigning . The 45 years old current mayor of Toronto Robert(Rob) Bruce Ford has had a political and personal life plagued by controversies including substance abuse, conflict of interest and drinking and driving. He was campaigning seeking reelection as the mayor of Toronto.
Tonight I want to take some time to speak from my heart to the people of Toronto. It’s not easy to be vulnerable and this is one of the most difficult times in my life. I have a problem with alcohol, and the choices I have made while under the influence. I have struggled with this for some time. Today, after taking some time to think about my own well-being, how to best serve the people of Toronto and what is in the best interests of my family, I have decided to take a leave from campaigning and from my duties as Mayor to seek immediate help.
Mayor Rob Ford
I have tried to deal with these issues by myself over the past year. I know that I need professional help and I am now 100% committed to getting myself right. I love the people of Toronto, I love being your mayor and I hope you will continue to stand by me.
With the support of my family, friends, professionals and the people of Toronto, I will conquer this. Please keep me and my family in your prayers during these difficult days ahead. I just want to say to the people of Toronto that I thank you for your ongoing support and encouragement. I cannot tell you enough how much I appreciate it.
