The Taoiseach Micheal Martin has offered his support to Republic of Ireland international James McClean after he recently spoke out about the abuse he has received on social media.
In a tweet the Taoiseach praised James and his family after they highlighted their abuse in recent years.
The Taoiseach wrote: “Well done to the family of James McClean for speaking out about years of horrific abuse they’ve suffered online.”
“Social media at its best gives a voice to everyone – at its worst it is toxic and cruel.”
The Taoiseach’s comments come after McClean and his wife Erin spoke out about the number threats and abuse they have received online.
Well done to the family of #JamesMcClean for speaking out about years of horrific abuse they’ve suffered online.
Social media at its best gives a voice to everyone – at its worst it is toxic and cruel. https://t.co/XGXWXZBm3r— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) February 17, 2021