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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous] I'm talking about bilingualism, not being Chinese per se. Most of my Chinese-American pals and associates speak better Spanish than Chinese: their parents didn't both much with dialects at home. You'd be hard pressed to find ordinary bilingual Chinese immigrants raising their kids fully bilingual who would like YY as is. There are a few, but fewer than you think. Attracting more bilingual Chinese would mean changing things. You can do it, and have more, or not do it, and not have more. It's a choice. [/quote] Actually, I think you're talking about biculturalism. And the "bi" is key--Americans at YY can't give up their American-ness. While I want my kids to be as comfortable as possible speaking Mandarin and being amidst Chinese culture, I also won't let them adopt racist attitudes, no matter where they come from. [/quote]
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