Helping Joe Understand the Locals

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Case in point: Those successful immigrants in CONUS speak (English) and know our culture to exactly what level? Do they need to speak English or even understand American Society to succeed?

One word only - "Lawyer".

I'm not sure about the states, but in Canada, the answer is Yes - you do need a certain amount of the language and more of the culture to succeed.

OK, it's not war or social and political upheaval. Or is it?

Heh, welcome to the other part of my world .