APIAVote, a nonpartisan nonprofit focused on registering Asian American and Pacific Islander voters, expressed worry this could mean barriers for millions of voters such as naturalized citizens or elderly residents who aren’t English-proficient.
“It will make it harder for them to participate civically and vote, as well as access critical healthcare, economic and education resources,” the group said in a statement.
Furthermore, the organization says, this action could make anyone who speaks another language a target.
“The exclusionary nature of this policy will only fuel xenophobia and discrimination at a time when anti-Asian hate and hate against other minority and immigrant groups are rising.”
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Furthermore, the organization says, this action could make anyone who speaks another language a target.