O’Rourke escapes serious criticism over 'worked like blacks' comment

Fianna Fáil Senator Mary O'Rourke has escaped serious criticism over a racist slur she made after she was selected as a candidate for the next general election.

The veteran politician was chosen as a Fianna Fáil candidate in Westmeath last night after defeating a challenge from local councillor Kevin 'Boxer' Moran.