By Q Radio News
Martina Anderson has reported abusive online comments to the police.
The Sinn Fein Assembly member said there should be “zero tolerance” of online abuse.
I’ve reported online vile threats of sexual violence that I received to the Police
— Martina Anderson MLA (@M_AndersonSF) February 19, 2021
No one should have to put up with this
Let’s stand together & send those responsible a message that it won’t be tolerated
I’m working to build an inclusive society free from all forms of hate pic.twitter.com/pB0CKH4TVW
She said: “The bulk of the messages contained threats of sexual violence and misogynistic comments.
“No person in any walk of life, public or otherwise, should have to to put up with this.
“We will continue working to build an inclusive society free from sectarianism, misogyny and all strands of hate.
“I would call on all those in public life to come together and stand against online abuse to send those responsible a clear message that it will not be tolerated.”
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