The U.S. nationality law requires applicants to have a working knowledge of the English language in order achieve citizenship. In 1990 the government passed exceptions to this requirement for older applicants and those with mental or physical disabilities.
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@ISIDEWITH11yrs11Y
Yes
@9HPF2XY12mos12MO
I think we need to keep a limit on our populations or they will grow out and become a problem. They could increase inflation and decrease the jobs for the people in the country and give less space.
@ISIDEWITH11yrs11Y
No
I believe that the United states is inherently a multicultural place, one where the diaspora of its citizens is an inherent benefit, not a negative. There is no need for immigrants to NEED learn english but to do well in a nation such as the US it eventually happens naturally.
@passerby923mos3MO
Agree, extra laws where the desired outcome is already self-reinforcing just makes these processes more rigid and bureaucratic, wasting time and taxes.
in order to help people who come into this country knowing nothing and understanding nothing you need to provide translations for them
@ISIDEWITH11yrs11Y
No, we should embrace the diversity that immigrants add to our country
We can embrace those cultures that line up with our own core values. But those that are slanted toward Islamic terrorist apology should not be tolerated and those on visas that vocally support terror groups like Hamas on college campuses, social media, etc should be deported.
@9GB2GPT1yr1Y
The incoming immigration pose a type of confusion to those who are natural born U.S. citizens. With the difference of language and background, there are more instances that make certain situations difficult for the natural citizens of the United States.
@9FMVL951yr1Y
Any and all are welcome to immigrate into the US but do so legally and share your culture openly. Do not force anyone to do anything, you are welcome here with open arms but do not expect us to change our ways to accommodate you. There has to be a base line of what is the "United States of America", anything that deviates from that (and is legal) is encouraged just do not assume we will change just for you.
@9G8FT7G1yr1Y
Any and all are welcome to immigrate into the US but do so legally and share your culture openly. Do not force anyone to do anything, you are welcome here with open arms but do not expect us to change our ways to accommodate you. There has to be a base line of what is the "United States of America", anything that deviates from that (and is legal) is encouraged just do not assume we will change just for you.=
@ISIDEWITH11yrs11Y
Yes, and remove multilingual translations from government documents and services
@9FMVL951yr1Y
We do not have an official language but we should, and it should be American English. Privately anyone can use any language but government should only use American English.
@ISIDEWITH11yrs11Y
No, but remove multilingual translations from government documents and services
@592P6L6Republican4yrs4Y
Do you think if you moved to Mexico the Mexican government is going to teach public school classes in English or Vietnamese or Sri Lankan? If you want to live in the USA you must assimilate and learn the English language. How on earth can an immigrant contribute to our society if he is not able to read our road signs?
The United States does not have an official language.
@9XH53CN 1mo1MO
focus on majority language instead of official languge
The US may not have an official language, but it has a majority language. English is the majority.
@4Y97QND4yrs4Y
No, America doesn't have an official language. If you move to Sweden is it required to learn Swedish? No, it's just suggested
@5M6P2JC4yrs4Y
All Americans should be multilingual.
@9JTNSV710mos10MO
Yes, all residents should know English on at least a basic, conversational level in order to get around.
@5MG9WKFIndependent4yrs4Y
No but we should provide ELL classes for all
@4Y847STIndependent4yrs4Y
No, but schools, hospitals, government services, etc. should not be required to provide translation services; with the exception of those immigrants who have, or plan to have children - they should be required to learn English and teach it to their children, who will be required to attend American schools.
@8LTW4PN4yrs4Y
alot of them do already learn english and this is an ignorant question
@9RDK8784mos4MO
No, but they’re going to need to learn English if they’re going to be successful. English is still the 1st language in America.
No We have no national language
@9ZQ5ZC92wks2W
No, but they should be encouraged to learn English. As a compromise, natural born citizens should learn a second language.
@8GZ92VF4yrs4Y
Yes, and the government should make English the national language.
@9TZT2PD2mos2MO
It shouldn't be anything that is legally required but immigrants should try to learn English because it is our official language.
@9DHFLPS1yr1Y
Absolutely. English should be our nation’s official language and all foreigners should be required to take a literacy test to gain citizenship, drive, or buy property on U.S. soil. All who fail the test should be immediately deported.
Yes, but not in a superior way, rather that English is the main language and without it, many immigrants may struggle to understand certain parts of American life.
@9S2PDWW4mos4MO
A person who comes over from their country, carries with them, their countries, culture, and language. It is as sacred to them as his sacred to almost everyone who has ever come to the United States. We must not tell them they have to give it up, but we also must tell them that they are in a different country which has its own language and culture. we must provide education courses, so people can learn our language and our customs, and we should make it so that there are less language translations for government Documents and services. But it should not be done without consideration for the fact that some people come to this country and they are either too old to learn a language or they are too fresh to have learned it as well as a person who Has been speaking their whole lives.
@9H73QHGConstitution1yr1Y
Yes, but provide multilingual translations from government documents and services to immigrants until they become citizens
@9DK8VJ41yr1Y
@dxmongxrlIndependent4yrs4Y
No, but the government should provide free language learning courses for immigrants who wish to learn English
@9CNS3TY1yr1Y
No, but federal funding should be provided for ESL work
@947HHNKIndependent2yrs2Y
No, this goes against our country's values of freedom and diversity. We don't have an official national language for a reason.
@9RCJGBN4mos4MO
Only if they're applying to become a citizen, then Yes, and remove multilingual translations from government documents and services
@8FJJWJC4yrs4Y
No, but it should be highly encouraged and the government should offer free language learning courses
@9FCQ77Z1yr1Y
No, but do not offer any support with language translations
@9CJ6CB61yr1Y
English shouldn’t have to be the only language people use, especially on the governmental level. It’s the responsibility of the government to provide for those that need it, and if they don’t know English, they can’t make it as easily through society. That’s an open and flagrant breach of its role for the people.
@98CWG7Q2yrs2Y
No, but offer free language learning courses to those who want them.
@8NPVDSZ4yrs4Y
No, not by the government
@8JL325C4yrs4Y
No, it should be encouraged though
@9ZWJR4Y4 days4D
I don't think it should be forced but definitely encouraged and given the proper resources to do so.
@JcawolfsonIndependent 2wks2W
No, but they should be strongly encouraged to learn English; maybe those who do learn can streamline the process. The government or corporations should provide free language learning courses. Regardless, we should embrace the diversity that immigrants add to our country, yet continue to maintain the multilingual translations from government documents and services.
@9ZH9WGQ3wks3W
depends on the age like say they were really old or something then no but if there like 1-2 yers old and haven't learned really any thing than yes they should so that they can be tought easer and any age between they can decide or at lest have a say in it
Yes, but if there is a population that speaks another language and makes up more than 20%, it is also worth recognizing their language as one of the official ones
They should be required to learn English, while they speak their own language. They should not be restricted to English only.
@9ZDDKSS3wks3W
No, it is not possible to require people to learn a language. However, immigrants should learn English.
@9Z9X35TProgressive 4wks4W
I think they SHOULD, but it doesn't need to be required of them. English is a hard language to learn.
@9Z9L7HP 4wks4W
I don't feel it should be required however I do feel that it is very helpful and it should at least be free if they want to but still only legal immigrants should be here. People that got here the right way
@9YNBFXG4wks4W
I think whether or not it should be “required” to really just depends on how often and imperative direct communication with English-speakers would be in their line of work/everyday life, and even then I think it would just be highly recommended WITH free language learning courses to whoever wants it.
@9YN4J9JRepublican 4wks4W
They should not be required, but all government forms should be in English. No company should be required to have signage in any language other than English.
Yes, but they should not be mad if there is something the immigrant is not understanding or learning correctly.
@9YMPCPJ4wks4W
Whether or not they should be *required* to genuinely just depends on how relevant direct communication will be in their environment/line of work. And yes, the government should provide free language learning courses regardless.
@9YLSNKM4wks4W
We should not force anyone to learn a language they do not want to learn. I think it would be beneficial but it needs to be a choice.
@9YLFGXN 4wks4W
Yes, depending on the job they are working in if it is a job that requires high amounts of communication and teamwork then yes bake English should be learned
@9YKZMRW4wks4W
No, we don’t have a National language so we can’t require immigrants to speak one. We should encourage learning English
@9YJXVB54wks4W
I don't think it should be required, however I think the government should provide free language learning courses
yes and the gouvernment should provide it but it should not be a requirement for them to speak English in public
@9YH9HH54wks4W
Yes, if they are still in school or the school should provide a translator. If they immigrate later, then no as long as they have translation if necessary.
ESL should be a mandaotry course taken by immigrant students, not because its what they "should" be speaking, but to give them an advantage when talking to U.S. Citizens
@9Y95FJG4wks4W
They dont have too but seems kind of dumb not to. Shouldnt get special treatment because they dont understand
@9Y53XMQIndependent4wks4W
Federally, yes they should be required to learn to speech English. However, states should be allowed to have multilingual translations matching their demographics.
@9Y4XXKDLibertarian4wks4W
depends on the job they are doing. If they need to speak with someone then yes. if they are doing farming or construction leave that up to the owner of the company
@9Y4GDVQ4wks4W
if they are coming here to start a new life and be apart of society then they should at least try to learn
@9Y3V45C4wks4W
Yes Americans are required to learn a second language in schools BUT we should also be learning to accept their culture and understand to embrace them. And allow them to be their most comfortable self.
@9XXMS4Q4wks4W
Yes, but offer English classes under stipulations that they are following through with all requirements to become legal.
@9Y28B224wks4W
Yes. I think that any person moving to a new country should learn the language, or at least know basics.
yes because it is necessary to survive. However, it does not mean they must forget their native language.
@9XXD4RW4wks4W
si, ma dovrebbe fornire dei corsi gratuiti e rimuovere le traduzioni multilingue dai documenti e dai servizi governativi
@9XVKXVS4wks4W
not everybody can learn it but it should be encouraged so that they are able to fit in society properly
@9XSN3WY4wks4W
Each citizen in the United States should have to speak English or Spanish fluently to gain citizenship.
@9CM996SIndependent 4wks4W
Yes. This is an important aspect of assimilation that allows immigrants to interact with society, acquire jobs, go to school, function in public, and commit to societal norms.
@9XS95GJ1mo1MO
Yes and all citizens should be required to learn another language. This training should be free of charge for all citizens and should be a lifelong privilege.
@9XRT8H71mo1MO
No, but it should be encouraged, and the government could offer free language courses to support immigrants who choose to learn English. While learning English can help with integration and opportunities, it’s important to respect cultural diversity and avoid imposing language requirements.
@9XRNGTF1mo1MO
No, only for essential vocabulary related to driving/operating vehicles, if they're licensed to drive
@9XR8H4P1mo1MO
I don't think it should be REQUIRED but I do think that the opportunity for immigrants to learn English should be available and free.
@9XQV8871mo1MO
No, but provide free or discounted access to translation services and English classes for immigrants who want it
@9XNKP3N 1mo1MO
Incentivize while providing translation services. Require in education where other languages do not have resources or are not provided.
@9XLKZP9Independent1mo1MO
Yes, not because that’s the only language they can speak. But because we can communicate with them better.
@9XKDBTZRepublican1mo1MO
Yes but it shouldn't affect them if they cannot a lot of immigrants have made it big in the U.S. with only knowing a tiny bit of English
@9XHNKFV1mo1MO
No, but there should be available resources for them to learn as it would be beneficial for everyone
@9XH7JQD1mo1MO
Yes, but provide free courses, and promote having our citizens learn the languages of our immigrants to help foster unity
@9XHFG4X1mo1MO
No, but we should invest in providing good ESL programs and education to all immigrants who want it.
@9XH52ZV1mo1MO
they should have to know enough to have a conversation but they shouldn´t have to be completely fluent.
@9XFX75V1mo1MO
No, it shouldn’t a requirement, but the government should provide the option of free language learning courses.
@9X9N6FC1mo1MO
Yes, but the immigrants hsould have to pay for it but keep it at a reasonable price and give access to them when they are in the process of becoming a citizen.
@9X8KHVG1mo1MO
Shouldn't be required but just encouraged as English speaking people are encouraged to learn Spanish, or at least key phrases and terms.
@9X7D932Libertarian 1mo1MO
Should be different for each state. Texas no but it should be taught in schools for free. Places like Minnesota yes
@9X66QNL1mo1MO
Immigrants should be required to learn English for their benefit but if they choose not to do not force them to.
We should have them have access to free diverse learning and free English courses, but still be able to speak their native language.
@9WZQN221mo1MO
Yes, we should add English courses to their resources while keeping diversity up. Speaking English is basically a necessity in America, and without knowing it, it could cause further racism and discrimination overall.
@9WYV8H91mo1MO
I believe that if an immigrant is bringing a family whether from Europe, Central America, etc...they should be required to reach at least some proficiency in English, but if just a man or woman, etc...it shouldn't be enforced unless perhaps not living within a community or looking for work in the U.S..
@9WV884F1mo1MO
Mostly yes, because over 90% of the U.S. population speakes English. The only reason I'd say no is because the U.S. technically doesn't have an official language.
@9WTXTVM1mo1MO
Yes, but the government should make it attainable and only required to take the course for a year max and more if desired.
@9WSZXX6 1mo1MO
I think its complicated, because immigrants bringing their own language adds more to our culture and diveresity, but also it is difficult to live in america without being able to speak english, so i think the govenrment should provide basic language courses for free
@9WQW7WSIndependent1mo1MO
Yes, but programs to learn English should be made available and it should be accepted if they want to speak their native language with their families and community members in public places.
@9WP8YMX1mo1MO
I believe that it is important to have diversity within the US however, if an immigrant is looking for a career in certain job areas (law enforcement, government, healthcare etc.) they should be required to learn English.
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