https://pjmedia.com/tatler/2013/02/27/another-immigration-hurdle-learning-english/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 04:23:06 -0400<![CDATA[Besides the pathway to citizenship, which will be a tough sell for House Republicans, another problem has presented itself: learning English.  Both sides agree that learning English should be mandatory for the eleven million illegals when they apply for their green cards – or permanent legal status.  The problem is that the current – and underfunded – ESL program isn&#8217;t equipped to handle the volume that will be necessary in meeting this goal.]]>Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:20:52 -0500<![CDATA[Matt Vespa]]>https://pjmedia.com/matt-vespa/archived/tatler/2013/02/27/another-immigration-hurdle-learning-english-n176964