Rep. Joe Boylan admitted he has a problem today.
In a completely unexpected move, the Moore County Republican asked for a point of personal privilege on the floor of the House this afternoon.
Reading from a short note handwritten note on lined paper, he referred obliquely to his April 12 arrest for drunk driving and claims that he harassed state Rep. Tricia Cotham.
"My behavior over the past year has hurt a few of you, disappointed many of you and has reflected poorly on this house," he said. "For that, I am truly and deeply sorry."
Boylan, who lost the Republican primary in May, said that "with the grace of God" and the support of family and friends he would do everything he could to end the day without drinking.
"My name is Joe," he ended, in the classic Alcoholics Anonymous formulation, "I am an alcoholic and I ask for your forgiveness and your prayers."
After a moment of stunned silence, the House clapped for a few seconds — and business moved on to other legislative matters.
Hat Tip: Laura Leslie
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Re: Boylan: 'My name is Joe'
Joe has many friends and loyal supporters in Moore County. We believe in him, and fully support his efforts to tackle his issues with alcohol. Joe has a bright future. We haven't seen or heard the last of him.