Re: USA
- From: "Nancy Young" <qwerty@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 30 Sep 2005 12:29:09 -0400
"FDR" <_remove_spam_block_rzitka@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote
> "Nancy Young" <qwerty@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote
>> 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
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