Public Opinion and Media Analysis: English Language Acquisition Programs and Children of Immigrants (2008)

The report examines public opinion and media coverage of two issues deeply tied to the immigrant experience, English language acquisition and the children of immigrants. The willingness of immigrants to learn English is of great interest to the public, and we have identified some openings to promote pro-immigrant policy around children.  Thus, understanding public perceptions of these issues is critical to developing strategies to build support for immigration policies.

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