Thursday, December 3, 1998. California voters recently passed a similar statewide initiative by landslide margins, and that victory inspired Arizona activists to consider mounting their own effort along similar lines. The polls prove that the people of Arizona recognize that children must be taught English as soon as they start school if they are to have a bright future in our society.
All immigrants know that English is the language of opportunity and economic success.
We hope that the politicians will listen to the voice of the people and support our initiative. If it qualifies, the initiative would be placed on the next election ballot.