Barack Obama Says Your Kids Should Speak Spanish

Old Jul 9, 2008 | 09:22 PM
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Rompo el viento hacia donde usted se está colocando

Something about farting in my direction?

No! That means romp with a blond in a nice condo! Oh, I bet you would never guess, I don't know what I am talking about. I was born and raised in America and can only speak one language. I hate it when people are bi-lingual like most people from other countries!
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Screw50
Originally Posted by Raoul
Rompo el viento hacia donde usted se está colocando

Something about farting in my direction?

No! That means romp with a blond in a nice condo! Oh, I bet you would never guess, I don't know what I am talking about. I was born and raised in America and can only speak one language. I hate it when people are bi-lingual like most people from other countries!
You totally miss the point. If someone wants to learn a second language, go for it. obama is implying that we have to learn a second language. There is a difference. No one is dissing anyone who speaks more than one language.
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 09:30 PM
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Sorry I double posted. had a work phone call.
 

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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 09:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Screw50
...I was born and raised in America and can only speak one language. I hate it when people are bi-lingual like most people from other countries!
Bingo.
Obama didn't say we had to learn Spanish, he said make sure your child can speak Spanish.

He is saying let's compete with other Countries.
The Bi-lingual mind is a mind that gets more exercise.
Let's change the way we operate here for our future.

'English Only(required language)' yes I agree, everyone should speak English here. (and Obama said that too)

But what does 'English Only PERIOD' really say about our society?
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 09:52 PM
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But what does 'English Only PERIOD' really say about our society?
It says we are used to everyone in the world wanting to do business with us, so they must learn our language. It may also say we don't care to learn about other countries and communicate with them. Let's face it. The world is changing and fast. Start paying attention to our standing in the world, our debt, etc. We need to kick it in the butt here and quick because we have slipped! If you don't agree with this last sentence, you have been sleeping.
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 09:58 PM
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Legal immigrants should learn english too. Think about this: every airline pilot must know english fluently to fly. Why? BECAUSE WE ARE THE GREATEST NATION ON EARTH! Got a problem with that? And I really don't give a flying rat's *** who likes us or doesn't like us. That is there problem.
Thats not there problem, they dont care what happens as long as another 9/11 happens to us. Then they'll be laughing. Maybe you should start caring who likes us and who hates us, cause not caring about that will get our *** and our country messed up.
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 10:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Screw50
But what does 'English Only PERIOD' really say about our society?
It says we are used to everyone in the world wanting to do business with us, so they must learn our language. It may also say we don't care to learn about other countries and communicate with them. Let's face it. The world is changing and fast. Start paying attention to our standing in the world, our debt, etc. We need to kick it in the butt here and quick because we have slipped! If you don't agree with this last sentence, you have been sleeping.
"English Only PERIOD" would be indicative of a Communist society.

Luckily, you're free to learn and speak any language you want, but the US is and always has been predominantly English, ever since it was conquered by Europeans anyway.
Therefore, English should be a "make or break" prerequisite into the country IMO.
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 10:26 PM
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Thats not there problem, they dont care what happens as long as another 9/11 happens to us. Then they'll be laughing. Maybe you should start caring who likes us and who hates us, cause not caring about that will get our *** and our country messed up.
Why are you still evading my question? I guess that cat really bit your tongue hard ...

I'll post it again for you. In another thread you are completely against kids having to learn about Christianity in public schools. However now you are for kids being forced to learn Spanish. It's the same theory except you've completely changed your view point. And I know why, it doesn't fit your mindset. Talk about being closed minded and naive. Grow up.
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 10:29 PM
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 10:49 PM
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Originally Posted by chris1450
Legal immigrants should learn english too. Think about this: every airline pilot must know english fluently to fly. Why? BECAUSE WE ARE THE GREATEST NATION ON EARTH! Got a problem with that? And I really don't give a flying rat's *** who likes us or doesn't like us. That is there problem.
Actually, its because English is one of the easier languages to learn. But the REAL reason, is that English dialects can be understood by all. Think how many dialects there are. For instance, in France, there are several dialects, and not all can be understood by the Toads.

I do agree, there is no greater country than the good ole' USA. That can change though. With more and more of our citizens, such as Nuclearthreat, turning their backs to God...one day, He will do the same to us. We kill more unborn babies per year than died in Vietnam war... Maybe we aren't the greatest country world? But wait, Obama lovers think abortion is the cats meow...
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 10:51 PM
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Why are you still evading my question? I guess that cat really bit your tongue hard ...

I'll post it again for you. In another thread you are completely against kids having to learn about Christianity in public schools. However now you are for kids being forced to learn Spanish. It's the same theory except you've completely changed your view point. And I know why, it doesn't fit your mindset. Talk about being closed minded and naive. Grow up.
Because I dont wanna talk with you
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 10:56 PM
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Actually, its because English is one of the easier languages to learn.
English is one of the toughest languages to learn.
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 11:03 PM
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English is one of the toughest languages to learn.
You're damn straight and we prove it everyday right here in GD.
 
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 11:05 PM
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Because I dont wanna talk with you
I just don't think you have an answer for me.
 
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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 12:02 AM
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Originally Posted by last5oh_302
English is one of the toughest languages to learn.
I googled it. I think you may be right

But the reason pilots learn it, is that is the most common laguage. And the easily understood dialect part. I speak french, and comprende espanol. But if ya live in America. Try and friggin assimilate. I have nothing against Mexicans as a people, yet I hate their crooked government. Mexicans are some of the hardest working cultures that I know of. And yes, I do make fun of their truck mod performances... But hey, someone needs to be the butt of my jokes.
 
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