Trump’s English-Only Executive Order: A Farce or a Threat?
Trump to sign executive order declaring English the official language of the United States. The news of this potential executive order has sparked a wide range of reactions, from amused bewilderment to outright outrage. Some find the entire endeavor a performative act designed to appeal to a specific segment of the population, questioning its practical impact on pressing issues like inflation, job growth, or the stock market.
The proposed order’s implications extend beyond symbolic gestures. Concerns have been raised about its potential to disenfranchise non-native English speakers, particularly regarding voting access and the provision of government services. The possibility of limiting voting instructions to English only, for instance, raises serious questions about equal access to the democratic process.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood