Shamefully there exists a massive amount of pressure on political leaders not to admit illness for fear the electorate will view them as weak. John Prescott should therefore be praised for his decision to tell the world about his battle with bulimia:
By bringing his fight with the condition to public attention Prescott has reminded us all that politicians are ultimately only human, but more importantly he has also placed the spotlight on an illness normally only associated with teenage girls. Prescott’s struggle with and ultimate victory over bulimia should serve as both a reminder that eating disorders can affect anyone but that with the right help and support they can be overcome.
April 21st, 2008 at 6:19 am
I do have so reservations, I would have held John Prescott in a lot more respect if this announcement had not been to promote a book, he did have other opportunities to raise this important subject which he choose not to.
April 21st, 2008 at 8:53 am
Sorry, not interested in Prescott’s personal problems. Eating disorders are serious issues but I don’t feel any sympathy for him as he chose to continue his political career for years, even though that’s one of the reasons he started to develop the disorder.
April 21st, 2008 at 7:11 pm
Prescott should be more concerned about his battle with being an over-promoted moron.
This idiot was left in charge of our country when Bliar and Mrs Postbox-Mouth jetted off to warmer climes on our taxpayer cash.
That is more scary than the fact that he couldn’t keep a couple of doughnuts down.
April 22nd, 2008 at 11:46 am
Oh come on Shane, people with bulimia who leave out the vomit part are called greedy, fat pigs!