Contrary to popular belief, most interpreters (who work with spoken or signed languages) do not work at the United Nations.

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"Sign languages ... evolve in a community of users, and are not signed versions of spoken languages, " the university said in a press release.

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Before his remarks, President Obama signed an executive order to expand educational opportunities for First American students aimed helping to preserve Native languages, cultures, and histories, while ensuring that these young people are prepared for colleges and careers.

WHITEHOUSE: President Obama at the Tribal Nations Conference