Do you believe that English should be declared as the official language of the US?
928182
Yes, english and only english.
221341
It's up to the states to decide...opponents like the ACLU debate that making English the offical language would be unconstiutional because it would not enable the Spanish-speaking, German-speaking, and French-speaking immigrants and citizens from a fair and just trial, liberties and such.\n\nGoogle it, but I think because the United States is soo big and diverse, that it wouldn't be fair to the first immigrants of this country.
694119
Because it has never been passed by congress to make English the official language.  In the 1780's there was a bill to do this but because of the German speaking population it did not pass.  In fact by a 1 vote margin German failed to become the second language of America.  \n\nAll laws are written in English (other that Latin phrases) and some states require other languages be used as well.
609388
Our Constitution and Bill of Rights and all of our legislation is written in English. English is the adopted language of America.
1132039
i say equality to all english is the official language here all people should be expected to learn it \n \nthe laws should apply to EVERYONE \n\ni should not be responsible for the education or welfare of a criminal  what have they done for my child? \n\nwe should have more minutemen to help eliminate this immigration problem\n\nand free speech should apply to everyone that pays taxes and obeys laws  i couldnt care less about what these illegals have to say especially since they wont bother learning english    \n\nit should be up to mexico to deal with them not us
432675
I agree with you. There are too many here that do not speak any word of English but yet they want to live here and be treated like citizens. I believe if they want to be taking serious about wanting to be here as Americans then they need to learn the English language as well. It is good to keep speaking your home language but you need to speak English as well
668765
Yes, it should be required.  US is the only country where people don't feel the need to learn another language.  In most other countries, people are at least bi-lingual.  I believe it makes a better rounded individual and gives appreciation for other cultures.  Besides, learning a language is MUCH easier when you are young; as a grown-up, it's very difficult.
668646
I completely agree with you oh sassy one.  It is our fault for making it way too easy for them.  From ATM's, to product labels, to government forms and questionnaires...etc.  What we need to do is to stop the insanity and print everything in English only!  And for those Americans who holds a high ranking, executive or managerial position, do not hire anyone who does not speak English... use your discretion.  This is the only way we can stop this madness.  This goes for the other races who are non spanish speakers.  We need to unite and show those spanish speaking people IT'S TIME TO LEARN ENGLISH.
651528
The United States of America does NOT have an official language. It does bother me that some Senators and representatives could not quote the lines to our National Anthem in English or any other language.
623912
It should be made the national language...and a requirement for anyone who wishes to emigrate to the US to learn before permanent residency or citizenship is awarded.
523951
This is a funny topic since the Senate yesterday tripped all over itself to endorse English to the extent that it is unclear what the Senate Bill would call for at this point.\n\nFirst they voted by large majority to add to their Senate Bill that English would be the 'national' language.  Immediately afterwords, they voted by large majority that English would be a 'common and unifying language'.  (Neither one stops election or health care etc. translations into other languages.)\n\nAs to what this will mean to George Bush, by the time people figure out the intent of the law (if passed) he will be back in Texas.
688855
there is none.  english is the official language in some states, though, and other states have a non-english language as the official one. for example, hawaiian is the official language of hawaii.
880501
I think if you live in the US you should know how to speak English.  And when you are out of your home in front of others - like at work, etc, it is rude to speak a different language.
1079904
Yes, English is our national language. "When in Rome do as the Romans do".
755537
It a messed up racist comment and for all te people on here are saying it is the truth are messed up too.  I speak spanish stupid A__es and I was born here.  You can't do anything about it.\n\nAlso English is not the official language of the US.  The US has NO official language.  For all the people stating that English is should check up on this before speaking on it.   I agree since most people speak english here people need to learn it, but why direct it at the spanish speakers.  Asians, africans, etc come here and don't speak english either.
723031
Hmm, let me analyze this. It’s a difficult question………...Oh yeah, in the USA we speak ENGLISH !!!!
579934
I believe that the inability to communicate effectively is one of the root causes of conflict in this world.  A common language is extremely important to foster better communication.  \n\nTo this end, all government activies, including voting, public schooling, etc. should be conducted in one language, ONLY!  Of course the government should have intensive language programs in place to ensure that EVERYONE is given the opportunity to learn the language.\n\nAs for the choice of language...  I would rather have seen the Senate be a bit more forward thinking and choose the language of the next century.  No, not spanish...  Chinese.\n\n;-)