Ep. 23 - Trump Declares English the Official Language – The Hidden Consequences

Found in Interpretation Podcast · Mar 8, 2025 · 9m

In this episode, Alain R. Breton discusses the significant policy shift in the United States with President Trump's executive order declaring English as the official language. He explores the implications of this order on language access, the potential barriers it creates for non-English speakers, and compares the U.S. approach to other countries like Canada. The conversation highlights the cultural and political significance of language policies and the ongoing need for interpreting services in a diverse society.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Language Policy Shift01:08 Trump's Executive Order…