Re: USA
- From: "Doug Kanter" <ancientangler@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2005 16:37:50 GMT
"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'm thinking of real estate transactions at a county clerk's office,
conducted by an employee who speaks little or no English. Could be
interesting....
.
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