Storm over Gerry Adams tweet - @malodoherty and @ColmDore debate

Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams has apologised for using the 'N-word' in a tweet comparing the plight of slaves in the United States to the treatment of Irish nationalists. He said his use of the word was ironic and not intended to offend - but admitted it was "inappropriate". The post on his Twitter account on Sunday night was later deleted. His party colleague Martin McGuinness has said he made an honest mistake. Vinny got the views of commentators Colm Dore and Malachi O'Doherty