Mulligan’s Pub & Grill in Rockford is under fire after a man was photographed in front of a chalkboard sign that read, “If you have an O/P (order of protection) against your ex – he’s welcome. Your not.” The picture has been spread on social media, notably by the Women’s March Rockford Facebook page, who said, “The owner of Mulligan’s in Rockford made the decision to pose with this sign, which condones domestic violence, and then allegedly post it to the business page. We have no tolerance for anyone or any business that promotes, condones, or makes light of domestic violence. There is no valid argument as to why this is acceptable in any kind of way. We hope that the owner contacts the family peace center and allows them to educate him on the statistics of domestic violence and how it not only impacts individuals, but also entire communities.”
The bar responded on Facebook by saying, “First of all, we are sorry for anyone that is offended… In no way do we advocate domestic violence or minimize O/P’s significance… we apologize for the choice of words and absolutely do not support this statement in any way.”
They went on to claim that the signage was “meant for a specific person” who would visit the bar and had an O/P against a “regular” at the establishment.
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