Sunday, January 11, 2009

English language legislation gathers steam across the USA

http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2008-06-18-English-laws_N.htm



This article points out the increased interest in making English the official language. More and more people hitting the ballots in support of such bills. 30 states have English as the official language with similar proposals going through 19 legislatures. Those against say it sends a "hostile message to newcomers".
In such bills, documents, ballots and other government communications must be published in English, excluding those protecting public health and safety or efforts to promote tourism.

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