Bread & circuses.(English as the official language of the US and bilingual education)(Column) From: National Review | Date: July 1, 1996| Author: O'Beirne, Kate | COPYRIGHT 1996 National Review, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

A Gallup poll shows that 78% of US voters support making English the official language of the country, and a majority of immigrants feel that bilingual education hinders students. A weak Republican bill is discussed, along with bilingual ballots and other topics.

When a recent Gallup poll measured opinion on 27 national issues, English as the official language won the support of 82 per cent of voters. That's about as many as support a balanced-budget amendment or an increase in the...