Geno’s Steaks’ ‘speak English’

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"I don’t think they should get involved. It’s a free country, [Geno’s owner Joey Vento] could do whatever [he] wants."

Danny DiStefano,
Fourth Street and Snyder Avenue

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"I think it should not go [to the commission]. Because people are free to speak whatever languages they want and free to put up whatever sign they want."

Jones DaMascceno,
12th Street and Passyunk Avenue

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"I think the government should be involved."

Chris Targlia,
Passyunk Avenue and Tasker Street

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"They’re in the business of making food. Freedom of speech, they should handle it themselves."

Pat Conway,
Third and Daly streets

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"It’s not like [Geno’s is] violating anybody’s civil rights with their sign. So no, the government should not get involved. If you’re going to be an American citizen, learn the language."

Anthony Muzyczek,
Fourth and Ritner streets
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