TAPPED readers, please welcome Tova Wang as an occasional contributor to the blog. Tova is a nationally known expert on election reform and political participation and a senior democracy fellow at Demos.

New Census data released yesterday shows more than ever that there is a need for English language education. Yet despite moves by states to make English the "official" language, when it comes to providing opportunities for immigrants to learn English -- including naturalized citizens and those who seek to naturalize -- they're not quite as zealous.

Former President Bill Clinton, who today conducted the White House press briefing to voice his support for Obama's tax deal.