Today, as in the past, the majority of immigrants that come to the U.S. are here to work hard and get a better education. They are just looking for an opportunity; the rest is up to them. One of the choices that will improve their chances of succeeding in this country is the ability to learn the English language. But at what cost is this assimilation? Is losing a part of ones culture to big of a price to pay for succeeding?
If you were to dine out at a Mexican Restaurant, how would you feel in ordering a meal in Spanish?
In your opinion, do you think there is a large economic payoff in being bilingual?
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