Fox News Watch - viewer mail. Regarding the subject of Geno’s requesting that patrons order in English.
Few of us seem to remember or even know the joy of traveling to Europe and seeing “English spoken here” in the window of a shop or restaurant. The Europeans have catered to us and learned to speak our language out of necessity to attract our dollars. When will we be more grateful to the Spanish-speaking people who come here to work and boost our economy in the process?
Sue
Andover, NJ
Sue, no respect intended, you are a moron.
The Europeans invite tourists to their countries. It makes sense to speak the language of those you invite, no? I’ve been to Europe (well, one country in it). I was overjoyed by the fact that many people there spoke English. They certainly had no obligation to do so. I at least attempted to learn a few minor words of politeness in their language - many there appreciated the effort. It’s a respect thing.
But that’s not good enough for you. You go full-on dumb. These “Spanish-speaking people” you fawn over, in large part, have NOT been invited here. They have, in fact, circumvented our laws to come here (try going to Europe without a passport. Yes, they’ll speak English alright - as they throw your dumb ass in prison). Those who have arrived on our shores, by whatever means, have no more legitimate right to demand that I learn their language than I have to travel to Sweden or France and demand to converse in English.
That the people of Sweden take it upon themselves to learn English is something I regard as a gift from them to their English-speaking guests. They certainly had no obligation to do so, and I appreciate the effort. Tak, as my Swedish friends would say.
How dare you, in your infinite stupidity and arrogance demand that I give such a gift to guests who arrive uninvited and unannounced.
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