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Kamaji:
Washington Dems Want English-Language Requirement Cut for Certain Civil Service Positions

Leah Barkoukis
March 24, 2023

Legislation introduced by Washington state Democrats would eliminate an English-language requirement for some civil service employees, including firefighters, police officers, and sheriff’s office positions. Additionally, U.S. citizenship would not be required either, as Senate Bill 5274 would allow lawful permanent residents to apply.

The bill’s sponsor, state Sen. Javier Valdez, said the legislation would increase the pool of candidates available and help diversify the state's workforce.

“If an applicant is capable and qualified to do the job, we must remove the barriers that prevent them from working as a public servant,” Valdez said. “Washington is a diverse, multicultural state, and our workforce should reflect that.”

The measure, denounced by conservatives, passed the Senate earlier this month and will now be taken up by the House.

“This latest left-wing equity push neither makes sense nor serves the public,” said Radio host Jason Rantz, who argued speaking English is a necessary requirement to perform even the most basic tasks associated with the jobs.

"This will push unqualified candidates into roles for diversity’s sake (and yes, you’re unqualified for these jobs if you don’t possess these basic skills)," he said. "It puts our safety at risk."

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Source:  https://townhall.com/tipsheet/leahbarkoukis/2023/03/24/washington-dems-want-english-language-requirement-out-for-first-responders-n2621080

Kamaji:
:facepalm2:

Democrats have got to be some of the stupidest people on this planet.

BellyAche:
So this does not need to be said in English??? (Of course in this day and age, the person arrested might not speak English either.)

“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have a right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you.”

Kamaji:

--- Quote from: BellyAche on March 24, 2023, 01:43:15 pm ---So this does not need to be said in English??? (Of course in this day and age, the person arrested might not speak English either.)

“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have a right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you.”

--- End quote ---

"Sie haben das Recht zu schweigen. Alles, was Sie sagen, kann und wird vor Gericht gegen Sie verwendet werden. Sie haben das Recht auf einen Anwalt. Wenn Sie sich keinen Anwalt leisten können, wird Ihnen einer gestellt."

Or:

"Anda memiliki hak untuk tetap diam. Apa pun yang Anda katakan dapat dan akan digunakan untuk melawan Anda di pengadilan. Anda berhak mendapatkan pengacara. Jika Anda tidak mampu membayar pengacara, seorang pengacara akan ditunjuk untuk Anda."

Makes perfect sense to me!

Smokin Joe:
Firefighters don't have to speak English? WTF? That's a safety issue.

What's next? Air Traffic Controllers?

English Teachers?

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