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Newt For President
Feb 6, 2012, 12:49:47 AM2/6/12
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http://latino.foxnews.com/latino/politics/2012/02/04/mauro-e-
mujica-english-as-official-language-us/?intcmp=obinsite
Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
immigrants should learn English.
With the 2012 Presidential election in full swing, the English
language has been an increasingly hot-button issue—and rightly
so. With less than a year until the next president of the United
States is chosen, the four Republican candidates have all said
they favor English as the official language of our nation’s
government.
Yet the Migration Policy Institute reports that between 1990 and
2010, the number of people who are limited English proficient
grew 80 percent—from just under 14 million in 1990 to more than
25 million in 2010. Limited English Proficient individuals now
weigh in at nine percent of the U.S. population. In a world
where English is the language of commerce, and a country where
English is the language of success, these rising numbers are
cause for concern. Now, more than ever, we need to enact a
policy that will provide immigrants with the best possible
opportunity to achieve the American dream. This means making
English the official language of our government.
As the Chairman of U.S. English, a group that lobbies for
preserving the unifying role of the English language in the
United States, I have heard every possible argument against
Official English. Yet, as an immigrant myself, I can speak to
its importance. I have seen firsthand the doors that open to
foreign newcomers as a result of learning the English language.
Life without English proficiency in the United States is a life
of low-skilled, low-paying jobs—on average, immigrants who speak
English earn two and a half times more than immigrants who do
not speak English. Knowledge of English leads to the realization
of the American Dream of increased economic opportunity and the
ability to become a more productive member of society. After
all, how can one fully appreciate all that America has to offer,
and how can one participate fully in the democratic process,
without a firm grasp of the English language?
Studies have shown that immigrants are slower to learn English
when they receive more native language support, such as the
translation of government forms and documents. No one can deny
the comfort that comes from receiving native language support
upon arriving in a new country. But with a majority of
immigrants coming to the U.S. to experience our freedom of
opportunity, their first goal should be adjusting to the
culture—and learning the language—that will allow them to attain
a better life here.
Official English removes the crutch of government translations
and encourages immigrants to assimilate and learn the language
of success in America. Private businesses and everyday
conversations would not be affected, and because Official
English only applies to government, citizens are free to speak
their language of choice as they go about their daily lives. In
fact, despite misconceptions to the contrary, Official English
does not discourage multilingualism. I believe that Americans
should be free to speak whichever language they choose. I myself
am fluent in four languages! But in order to fully live the
American way, all citizens must be able to speak English.
At a time when our country is so divided, Official English is
the one thing that can serve as our common denominator. The
movement is not about protecting the English language, but
rather about preserving our national unity and allowing us to
remain a unified country rather than a divided one. As we
continue to move closer to electing our next President, let us
remember to consider each candidate’s position on Official
English. Is our next president willing to ensure the best
opportunity for immigrants while ensuring our national unity?
Several candidates have committed. For more information on the
Official English movement, as well as candidates’ positions on
the issue, visit www.usenglish.org.
Mauro E. Mujica is the CEO of U.S. English, Inc.
mujica-english-as-official-language-us/?intcmp=obinsite
Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
immigrants should learn English.
With the 2012 Presidential election in full swing, the English
language has been an increasingly hot-button issue—and rightly
so. With less than a year until the next president of the United
States is chosen, the four Republican candidates have all said
they favor English as the official language of our nation’s
government.
Yet the Migration Policy Institute reports that between 1990 and
2010, the number of people who are limited English proficient
grew 80 percent—from just under 14 million in 1990 to more than
25 million in 2010. Limited English Proficient individuals now
weigh in at nine percent of the U.S. population. In a world
where English is the language of commerce, and a country where
English is the language of success, these rising numbers are
cause for concern. Now, more than ever, we need to enact a
policy that will provide immigrants with the best possible
opportunity to achieve the American dream. This means making
English the official language of our government.
As the Chairman of U.S. English, a group that lobbies for
preserving the unifying role of the English language in the
United States, I have heard every possible argument against
Official English. Yet, as an immigrant myself, I can speak to
its importance. I have seen firsthand the doors that open to
foreign newcomers as a result of learning the English language.
Life without English proficiency in the United States is a life
of low-skilled, low-paying jobs—on average, immigrants who speak
English earn two and a half times more than immigrants who do
not speak English. Knowledge of English leads to the realization
of the American Dream of increased economic opportunity and the
ability to become a more productive member of society. After
all, how can one fully appreciate all that America has to offer,
and how can one participate fully in the democratic process,
without a firm grasp of the English language?
Studies have shown that immigrants are slower to learn English
when they receive more native language support, such as the
translation of government forms and documents. No one can deny
the comfort that comes from receiving native language support
upon arriving in a new country. But with a majority of
immigrants coming to the U.S. to experience our freedom of
opportunity, their first goal should be adjusting to the
culture—and learning the language—that will allow them to attain
a better life here.
Official English removes the crutch of government translations
and encourages immigrants to assimilate and learn the language
of success in America. Private businesses and everyday
conversations would not be affected, and because Official
English only applies to government, citizens are free to speak
their language of choice as they go about their daily lives. In
fact, despite misconceptions to the contrary, Official English
does not discourage multilingualism. I believe that Americans
should be free to speak whichever language they choose. I myself
am fluent in four languages! But in order to fully live the
American way, all citizens must be able to speak English.
At a time when our country is so divided, Official English is
the one thing that can serve as our common denominator. The
movement is not about protecting the English language, but
rather about preserving our national unity and allowing us to
remain a unified country rather than a divided one. As we
continue to move closer to electing our next President, let us
remember to consider each candidate’s position on Official
English. Is our next president willing to ensure the best
opportunity for immigrants while ensuring our national unity?
Several candidates have committed. For more information on the
Official English movement, as well as candidates’ positions on
the issue, visit www.usenglish.org.
Mauro E. Mujica is the CEO of U.S. English, Inc.
Ubiquitous
Feb 6, 2012, 4:58:18 AM2/6/12
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In article <IA1WZRKS4094...@reece.net.au>, rom...@sucks.com
wrote:
>Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
>language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
>English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
>English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
>immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
>need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
>immigrants should learn English.
And you posted this off-topic article here because?
--
"If Barack Obama isn't careful, he will become the Jimmy Carter of the
21st century."
wrote:
>Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
>language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
>English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
>English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
>immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
>need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
>immigrants should learn English.
--
"If Barack Obama isn't careful, he will become the Jimmy Carter of the
21st century."
emoneyjoe
Feb 6, 2012, 10:20:58 AM2/6/12
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On Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:58:18 -0500, Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net>
wrote:
>In article <IA1WZRKS4094...@reece.net.au>, rom...@sucks.com
>wrote:
>
>>Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
>>language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
>>English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
>>English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
>>immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
>>need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
>>immigrants should learn English.
>
>And you posted this off-topic article here because?
Where is here? How can a person who speaks
no English vote, vote responsibly, even be eligible to
vote, isn't part of the naturalization process learning
a certain amount of English?
wrote:
>In article <IA1WZRKS4094...@reece.net.au>, rom...@sucks.com
>wrote:
>
>>Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
>>language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
>>English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
>>English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
>>immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
>>need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
>>immigrants should learn English.
>
>And you posted this off-topic article here because?
no English vote, vote responsibly, even be eligible to
vote, isn't part of the naturalization process learning
a certain amount of English?
Delma T. Ivey
Feb 6, 2012, 10:52:50 AM2/6/12
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On 2/6/2012 1:58 AM, Ubiquitous wrote:
> In article<IA1WZRKS4094...@reece.net.au>, rom...@sucks.com
> wrote:
>
>> Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
>> language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
>> English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
>> English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
>> immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
>> need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
>> immigrants should learn English.
>
> And you posted this off-topic article here because?
Fuck off, crybaby.
> In article<IA1WZRKS4094...@reece.net.au>, rom...@sucks.com
> wrote:
>
>> Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
>> language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
>> English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
>> English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
>> immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
>> need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
>> immigrants should learn English.
>
> And you posted this off-topic article here because?
Ramon F. Herrera
Feb 6, 2012, 11:01:19 AM2/6/12
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Will somebody please explain any PRACTICAL difference would Official
English make?
Let's all understand something: in the private enterprise (Presione
Numero 2 para Español, Walmart, etc.) and in people's interchanges it
would VIOLATE the Constitution (First Amendment and Freedom of
Commerce) to force English.
That leaves the government realm. There is no way we will ever cancel
foreign languages from electoral/voting proceedings. Again, read the
Constitution.
So, the ONLY difference would be that it gives AMMUNITION to racists
and haters.
English is like the school bully: Everybody acknowledges him as the
Alpha Male BUT he is the last person in school that needs a
Certificate of Official Bully.
English is -and will forever be- the de facto dominant language, not
only in America, but in the rest of the world. That's plenty. Anybody
who wants more than that can go perform self intercourse and de paso,
mamarme la pinga!
-Ramon
don Gabacho
Feb 6, 2012, 11:38:47 AM2/6/12
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On Feb 6, 11:01 am, "Ramon F. Herrera" <ra...@conexus.net> wrote:
> Will somebody please explain any PRACTICAL difference would Official
> English make?
When you bend over asking---"How wide?"---you might get some dollars
> Will somebody please explain any PRACTICAL difference would Official
> English make?
instead of just pesos.
plainolamerican
Feb 6, 2012, 11:50:19 AM2/6/12
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Ramon F Herrera
Feb 6, 2012, 12:15:02 PM2/6/12
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"U.S. English Mourns Loss of Longtime Advisory Board Member
November 29, 2011
Washington, DC—U.S. English Chairman Mauro E. Mujica today expressed
sadness over the passing of Margie Petersen, a longtime member of the
U.S. English Advisory Board."
http://www.usenglish.org/view/834
--------------------------------------------------------
May our esteemed Margie RIP. God bless her.
Rest assured that Margie will not be replaced by an Anglo lady.
Statistically speaking she will be replaced by a Hispanic girl, of
undetermined immigration status.
-Ramon
Ramon F Herrera
Feb 6, 2012, 12:10:13 PM2/6/12
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On Feb 6, 10:50 am, plainolamerican <plainolameri...@gmail.com> wrote:
> learn english or suffer the consequences
Precisely. That is up to the individual, the Laws of Economics force
> learn english or suffer the consequences
them, plus the fact that they are NOT idiots.
-Ramon
Ramon F Herrera
Feb 6, 2012, 12:28:55 PM2/6/12
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http://www.economicrefugee.net/new-az-immigration-law-ties-to-white-supremacists/
http://tinyurl.com/5sbrnnk
You may fast forward all the way to the end (4:49).
-Ramon
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plainolamerican
Feb 6, 2012, 1:21:30 PM2/6/12
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---
the fact that she was born an american and can't speak english
indicates otherwise
plainolamerican
Feb 6, 2012, 1:25:22 PM2/6/12
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a racist agenda
Mason Barge
Feb 6, 2012, 3:05:45 PM2/6/12
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plainolamerican
Feb 6, 2012, 5:11:08 PM2/6/12
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On Feb 6, 9:20 am, emoneyjoe <emoney...@iglou.com> wrote:
> On Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:58:18 -0500, Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net>
> wrote:
>
> >In article <IA1WZRKS40945.5762384...@reece.net.au>, rom...@sucks.com
> On Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:58:18 -0500, Ubiquitous <web...@polaris.net>
> wrote:
>
> >wrote:
>
> >>Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
> >>language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
> >>English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
> >>English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
> >>immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
> >>need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
> >>immigrants should learn English.
>
> >And you posted this off-topic article here because?
>
> Where is here? How can a person who speaks
> no English vote, vote responsibly, even be eligible to
> vote, isn't part of the naturalization process learning
> a certain amount of English?
isn't part of the naturalization process learning
a certain amount of English?
---
>
> >>Newt Gingrich has said it is essential we have a common
> >>language: English. Mitt Romney has said people need to learn
> >>English to be successful. Rick Santorum has called learning
> >>English the greatest gift his father and grandfather received as
> >>immigrants. Ron Paul has agreed that at a national level, we
> >>need one official language. Even President Obama has agreed that
> >>immigrants should learn English.
>
> >And you posted this off-topic article here because?
>
> Where is here? How can a person who speaks
> no English vote, vote responsibly, even be eligible to
> vote, isn't part of the naturalization process learning
> a certain amount of English?
isn't part of the naturalization process learning
a certain amount of English?
yes
DCI
Feb 7, 2012, 8:11:10 PM2/7/12
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appear that the only serious matters are the one you so designate.
DCI
DCI
Feb 7, 2012, 8:10:02 PM2/7/12
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