Mayor Ken Taylor
500 N. Gonzales Blvd.
Huachuca City, Arizona 85616
Dear Mr. Taylor:
Some weeks ago you were quoted in the New York Times as saying “One nation means one language, and I am insulted by the division caused by language.” You then went on to refuse to attend a meeting of border mayors because the invitation was sent in both English and Spanish.
As a member of a minority group, the Pennsylvania Dutch, many of whom served in both the American Revolution and the American side in the Civil War, I found that statement very offensive. The Pennsylvania Dutch, most of whose ancestors arrived before the Revolution, continued to speak and use Pennsylvania Dutch (a form of German) well into the 20th century.
Being a good American has nothing to do with the language one speaks, whether it be Polish, Japanese, Navajo, or Pennsylvania Dutch.
Sincerely,
Roy Christman
I mailed this out today. Any guesses on whether or not he will reply?
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