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English as the official state language?

March 13, 2008 By WRN Contributor

English would become the official language of Wisconsin, under legislation approved by the state Assembly early Thursday morning.

State Representative Dave Travis (D-Westport) says the proposal is based on hatred and bigotry. He says it's a direct slap in the face to Mexican-Americans living in the state.

However, during debate on the floor early Thursday morning, state Representative Marlin Schneider (D-Wisconsin Rapids) says it's about the need for a common language. Schneider says a common language is an essential element to holding a society together and for preventing conflict.

Representative Frank Boyle (D-Superior) questioned the benefits of the legislation. He says it just makes an elitist statement that somehow English is a superior language and way to go.

The bill now heads to the Senate, where a vote is not expected to occur. 

AUDIO: Andrew Beckett reports (MP3 :55)

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