They did not ask for special consideration. but instead accepted the laws. customs. and language of our developing Nation. They knew that mastering the basic tool of communication in their new home was the very key to their attaining their goal. and becoming productive members of our society. The contributions these immigrants have made to this countrys vast economic. and cultural wealth are a result of this melding process. The multilingual provisions of the Voting Rights Act represent a blockade to new citizens in this era by discouraging them from becoming proficient in English. President Teddy Roosevelt said: We have room for but one language here. and that is the English language. for we intend to see that the crucible turns our people out as Americans. and not as dwellers in a polyglot boarding house.
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