Introduction
Symbolic politics : theory and evidence
Theories of American identity
American identity in surveys
Defining American national identity
Discussing language policy
Mixed messages : hybrids, taxes, and the case of bilingual education
Conclusion

Appendix A: exploratory factor analysis of American identity items (1996 GSS)
Appendix B: question wording and coding for 1996 GSS data analyzed in chapter 4
Appendix C: focus group procedures
Appendix D: questions guide for focus groups
Appendix E: Coding ambivalent and opinionless policy-related thoughts.