https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/community/offensive-signs-in-killeen-restaurant-cause-community-uproar/500-d459a58e-ca73-4f2e-8bbf-f051e2af69cb
6 News reached out to Killeen Mayor Debbie Nash-King for comment and she provided the following statement:
"As a mayor, I take seriously the responsibility to foster a welcoming and inclusive community for all residents and visitors. It has come to my attention that a restaurant within our city has displayed offensive signage that does not align with our community values of respect and dignity for all individuals.
Since this is a private business and not a governmental agency of the City of Killeen, we do not have the legal right to take any enforcement action or sanction the owner. Even though the signage may be considered offensive, it is protected speech under the First Amendment.
I want to make it clear that such behavior is not welcome in our city. Furthermore, I encourage members of our community to speak out against hate speech and discriminatory behavior whenever they encounter it. We must stand together to create a community where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued."
6 News reached out to Killeen Mayor Debbie Nash-King for comment and she provided the following statement:
"As a mayor, I take seriously the responsibility to foster a welcoming and inclusive community for all residents and visitors. It has come to my attention that a restaurant within our city has displayed offensive signage that does not align with our community values of respect and dignity for all individuals.
Since this is a private business and not a governmental agency of the City of Killeen, we do not have the legal right to take any enforcement action or sanction the owner. Even though the signage may be considered offensive, it is protected speech under the First Amendment.
I want to make it clear that such behavior is not welcome in our city. Furthermore, I encourage members of our community to speak out against hate speech and discriminatory behavior whenever they encounter it. We must stand together to create a community where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued."
