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“Herndon will continue to print some official town documents in Spanish, according to its mayor, effectively tabling a proposal by a Town Council member to publish only in English as a way of prodding Hispanic immigrants to learn the language.
Mayor Stephen J. DeBenedittis said that after reviewing material printed in both languages, including a police advisory of constitutional rights and a brochure on smoke alarms, he is satisfied that the use of Spanish is justified.”
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