Re: USA

"Nancy Young" <qwerty@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> "FDR" <_remove_spam_block_rzitka@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote
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>> "Nancy Young" <qwerty@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote
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>>> One city here did that to cries of racism blah blah blah ... well, let
>>> the
>>> people who think that such a bad idea go over to city hall and pick up
>>> their CofO (don't ask) and other paperwork to sell a house and no one
>>> understands what the hell you're looking for. Not acceptable to me.
>>> I'm right behind the law that said, you want to work for the city, you
>>> have to be able to communicate in English.
>
>> I'm sure there are jobs that would require a proficient use of the
>> language. However, my grandfather came over from Italy in the 20's,
>> didn't know the language, or learn it, but was good enough to work for
>> the city sweeping streets. Should he have been deprived employment with
>> the city?
>
> No, though I bet he'd have done well in a more skilled job had he spoken
> the language. Before you get annoyed, there is nothing wrong with being
> a street sweeper, someone had to do it, and it's hard honest work. But
> even the most simple job is probably easier if you can read directions to
> equipment, whatever. Those were far simpler times. But, I digress.
>
> No, I really don't think it is at all acceptable to have to conduct
> business
> required by law with people who can't read my applications or understand
> what I need from them. You shouldn't be hired if you can't do the job.
> I don't think it's too much to ask. I would expect the same of myself if
> I moved to another country.
>
> nancy
>

I agree with you. The ability to do the job should be the first
consideration, and good communication is essential in many public sector
jobs. This also means that in areas with significant non-English-speaking
populations, it is reasonable for the government to have Spanish (or
whatever) fluent workers in certain offices. After all, the job is to help
the public, right? Unfortunately there are some right-wingers who get their
knickers in a twist at this idea, and I have no patience with that.


--
Peter Aitken


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