This may be an unpopular opinion, but English should be Americaâs default national language.
This isnât an attack on multilingualism. People should absolutely learn multiple languages. But a country needs a shared baseline so commerce and basic communication actually function.
It doesnât require fluencyâjust basic English.
Small businesses under 50 employees might get limited flexibility, but even then, the goal should be participation, not permanent exception.
And hereâs the part many dodge:
Illegal immigrants who are otherwise law-abiding should be fast-tracked to citizenship if they learn proficient English.
Common language. Clear standards. Real integration.














