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A consideration of what accommodations should be offered or refused to native speakers of Spanish living in the US argues for the "English first" principle which emphasizes the mastery of English by minority children while also encouraging mastery of their native language. Arguments presented by proponents of offering public education in a child's minority language are explored to contend that it is not in the best interests of either the children or the liberal rights of their parents. The welfare of minority children & the preference of their parents should not be relinquished in an effort to help other members of a minority group preserve their culture. The best interest of the children should always be foremost in the design of educational institutions & most minority children living in the US are best served by becoming fluent in English. The moral costs associated with accommodation rights that place the promotion of group interests over the best interest of individuals are discussed. 11 References. J. Lindroth