Tim James
A republican running for governor in Alabama in 2010, Tim James, has a commercial on cable. I quote, “Why do our politicians make us give driver’s license exams in 12 languages? This is Alabama, we speak English. If you wanna live hear, learn it. We’re only giving this test in English, if I’m governor.” How self centered and closed minded, if you ask me…
Not that I’m opposed to people being required to learn English. But when people first move to this country and need to find a place to live, work, attend school, they need transportation. Alabama is worse than Florida when it comes to public transportation – there isn’t any there. So if someone just immigrated from abroad, and was unfortunate enough to end up in Alabama, at least give him/her the opportunity to learn the driving laws and get a license. Then allow them time to learn the language.
Alabama is a cultured place, in it’s own unique way. That is what makes it “Sweet Home Alabama.” Every individual that contributes to this culture, helps it steer to common grounds. Essentially the social and economical developments occur as a result. So-what that new cultures are being introduced to the mix. The world is now a global place and we are all in this together. Diversification has never stopped since before times. When a social group starts growing, that’s an opportunity for not only the local economy, but even more so to the culture that creates this sweet home.
Enacting a decision such as
limiting the languages available
for a driver’s license test,
not only puts a damper on progress,
but limits possibilities.
I really considered to embed the YouTube video of the commercial currently running. I also thought about just placing a link to it. However, I did not want to offer any more support, than this post, to this candidate. The local culture will support whatever it can handle. President Obama rallied with Change during his campaign. But Change happens naturally. It is inevitable!
