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Citrin, Jack – Public Interest, 1990
Reviews the development of the English Only movement and its negative effects on linguistic minorities. Suggests the following components of a national language policy: abandon divisive "Official English" measures; encourage transitional bilingual education; expand existing adult education with federal support; and revitalize the concept…
Descriptors: Acculturation, Adult Education, Bilingual Education, English