Here is my response, edited to delete mention of an individual who has not been noted on this list.
In this instance, I agree with Mr. xxxxxxx, despite one minor punctuation error. While making English the official language of the United States is not now a plank of the Libertarian Party platform, it is an excellent idea and in no way inconsistent with libertarian principles.
Making English the official language of the United States would reduce government expenses. This is a libertarian position. I understand that in some areas of California, election ballots must be printed in at least a dozen languages. The confusion created by this Babel is just the sort of problem that promoters of big government use to increase their power.
It is ant-racist, since it would tend to reduce segregation.
Actually, it would benefit immigrants by encouraging them to learn English and thus get better jobs and assimilate more quickly, which would also most likely reduce government expenses.
Finally, the movement to make English the official language would only apply to government activities. In no way would it hinder people from speaking, writing in or learning other languages.
Canada has had many problems since French became an official language.
To say that government should not be involved in language is puzzling to say the least. If there is anything which bureaucrats do well it is verbosity. Better to have them verbose,or even conduct necessary written communications, in one language rather than many.
Biden is on the wrong on this issue, as most others.
Bob Barr for president. Vote Libertarian.
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David Macko
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