does the u.s have an official langauge and would two be better?

Question

pros and cons for u.s having two official langauges

Answer 1

English and Spanish.

Answer 2

The defacto standard language of the U.S. is English, but the Government has never declared an official language. Many states have, but the Federal Government has not.

No, I don't think we should have two languages. Take a good look at countries who have declared two or more official languages. They pay millions each year in translation costs. Let the people who come here but refuse to learn English bear the cost of translating official documents, not the tax payers.

Answer 3

Being a minority guy who speaks far better English that any of you pot-smoking "patriots" could possibly dream about, I am offended when an idiot posits the illogical idea that all minorities are "bad" and we wish to "tear the country down". Can you understand my English, or should I dumb it down for you?

All that aside, English SHOULD be the official language of the United States of America for the simple reason that it would discourage illegal immigration. I am deeply offended every time I see Spanish instructions anywhere. Either learn the language or get the **** out! You're here illegally, so don't say "no comprende" when you see the native language. To those who believe Spanish should be used in documents as well to protect Spanish people from being ripped off, illegal immigrants deserve no rights. There is a limit to cultural tolerance, and we crossed it in the 80's, when illegal immigration from Mexico first soared.

Answer 4

No the United States does not have an official language, instead, many states have official languages.

The official languages of many south western states are English and Spanish, due to the number of Mexican immigrants to the area. However, some communities throughout the United States speak their various other languages brought over by different ethnic groups.

I see no benefit in having an official language nationwide, since somebody is bound to be upset by it...after all, doesn't American respect other nation's languages and customs?

Answer 5

The U.S. does have an official language and it is English. By one vote, the continental Congress selected English over German. If a similar vote were held today, over 200 years later, it would be a tight vote between English and Spanish.

Answer 6

No it doesn't. That's why all our street signs have to be made in five different languages.
Two wouldn't be better. What would the point be? The whole reason for having an "official" language would be so everyone knew what in the heck to speak and read when they move here or come to visit.

Answer 7

The USA does not have a official language at this time. I see no reason for having two official languages.

Answer 8

The U.S.' main language is English but Spanish is slowly creeping up to the #1 spot.

Pros: Almost anyone can read
Cons: Promotes illegal immigration

Answer 9

um its English an all depends on where you are there is a second language like you go to little china Chinese is the second language you go to fall river mass its Portuguese you go to Harlem its Ebonics go to Miami its Spanish all depends i don't think it will be any better having two official languages i say everyone learn English

Answer 10

I see no need for more than one official language! Why would anyone in their right mind want confusion? This is America, English-speaking America! Let's defend it or give it up to all the minorities who wish to tear us down!