If citizenship is a test to certain requirements, like learning English, paying a fine, then you actually get majority support for citizenship.

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Still, Bush argues that immigrants who are in the country illegally can only earn legal status if they take steps toward assimilation, like learning English and American civics.

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As a former English teacher and someone who has lived abroad I can understand the concerns of people who have posted here, but would like to clarify for those who are not familiar with English language learning.

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Some, like Ahmed, haven't seen their family for months, but, to fill the time, is learning English whilst being cared for.

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