This preoccupation of the Republican Party with the destruction of bilingualism is also harmful to this nations economic interests. In our present global economy diversity and the capacity to speak more than one language is a clear asset. Instead of harassing bilingual education programs we should be increasing their funding. Mr. Chairman. let us turn back the clock to a time when immigrants were openly discouraged from embracing their heritage. Let us not turn our backs on Americas children. We must not rob any of our youth of the opportunity to receive a decent education regardless of their diverse background.
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