Tommy Tuberville Calls for English to be Used in Schools and Colleges

Sen. Tuberville Critiques Education System Amid Immigration Concerns

Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama recently expressed his belief that U.S. educational institutions are placing American children at a disadvantage by emphasizing the use of multiple languages spoken by immigrant populations.

During a speech, he stood beside a sign that stated, “Assimilate or Go Home,” attributing some of the challenges within the education system to what he termed “mass immigration,” arguing that it threatens the integrity of U.S. education.

“Mass immigration is destroying our education system… More and more American children walk into classrooms confronted with multiple languages every day, which can make it difficult for them to form friendships since they often represent a minority in their schools,” he stated on the Senate floor.

He elaborated, “There are enough issues in our education system without adding language barriers.” This concern, he argued, extends to higher education as well, citing instances of teachers and professors from foreign countries teaching in U.S. institutions without adequate English proficiency.

“Our students pay a lot of money to attend these four-year universities,” Tuberville emphasized. “It’s time to acknowledge that this is an English-speaking country, and that should be the standard for communication.”

He also argued that the U.S. immigration system has deviated from its fundamental goals. “The purpose of our immigration system should be to serve hard-working American taxpayers. Do you really think mass immigration is beneficial? Absolutely not!” he asserted.

Further criticizing the effects of mass immigration, he remarked, “It’s not just about benefits; in fact, it’s doing the opposite of what we should be achieving. Mass immigration is like a leech slowly draining our country, and it’s time for both politicians and the public to recognize this.”

This isn’t the first occasion Tuberville has championed English-first education policies. In November, he introduced legislation called the Basic English Requirements and Understanding Act (or UBER Act), aimed at ensuring ride-hailing drivers speak fluent English.

He has also dismissed proposals for amnesty for illegal immigrants. Back in 2019, Tuberville stated, “I’m not asking for a pardon.” He mentioned the necessity of border security, saying, “If we construct that wall, we can discuss solutions for the 30 million individuals present. We aren’t granting anything to anyone.” He added that building the wall is imperative for tackling the immigration issue effectively.