MP Sorcha Eastwood Faces Online Threats: Calls for Action

Sorcha Eastwood Speaks Out

Alliance Party MP Sorcha Eastwood has spoken out following threats and abuse on social media. The MP received disturbing messages including calls for her to be hung from a lamppost and chopped into liver. Eastwood believes this is an attempt to silence important voices in public life and political discourse. She is calling for action to combat online harassment and push for stricter regulations on social media platforms. Eastwood will lead a Parliamentary debate on April 3 to address these issues.

Online Abuse and the Call for Change

Eastwood revealed the alarming nature of the threats she faced, including rape threats and death threats. The MP emphasizes the urgent need for government intervention to tackle the radicalization of young people online and combat misinformation. She highlights the importance of holding tech companies accountable through financial sanctions and robust legislation. The Tate brothers, who were involved in the online attacks, denied any targeted campaign against her and suggested it was a matter of differing opinions.

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