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To: MtnClimber

You can’t become a citizen without speaking English, right??


3 posted on 10/23/2026 5:39:35 PM PDT by TheDon (Remember the J6 political prisoners! Remember Ashli Babbitt!)
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To: TheDon

In most cases, that’s right!

So ... I hope the FedGov pushes back on this absurd request.


4 posted on 10/23/2026 5:48:24 PM PDT by Jane Long (Jesus is Lord!)
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To: TheDon

“ You can’t become a citizen without speaking English, right??”

This is exactly correct. Part of the naturalization exam is to speak with someone demonstrating your ability to converse in English. You must also be able to read English. I do not think any federal election document should be in any language other than English.


5 posted on 10/23/2026 5:55:53 PM PDT by Freee-dame (The left never dreamed that Trump would be back in the White House in 2025. )
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To: TheDon

Not when I was naturalized in 1970. I had to pass English proficiency & US Constitution knowledge test. Things have probably changed during Obama era.


10 posted on 10/23/2026 6:28:53 PM PDT by Bobbyvotes (Work is best form of worship to God.)
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To: TheDon

“You can’t become a citizen without speaking English, right??”

Mostly - they do have exceptions for elderly parents of immigrants and probably a few others, like political dissidents.


13 posted on 10/23/2026 7:05:02 PM PDT by BobL (Trusting one's doctor is the #1 health mistake one can make.)
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To: TheDon

Right - generally speaking, applicants for U.S. citizenship through naturalization must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and speak basic English.


24 posted on 10/24/2026 5:09:55 AM PDT by trebb (So many fools - so little time...)
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