12/7 (C)

Hopefully, Google will be able to perfect its translation service at some point in the near future. The anecdote about German-Arabic translations at the very beginning I think is a good example of why this would be a useful development, since refugees and immigrants who don't speak the language of the country they're moving to would benefit  immensely in many ways from the existence of such a ubiquitous translator. For one, it could help them navigate the legal system of their new state without needing the assistance of another who may in some cases not be very sympathetic to their plight (this may become more important soon as xenophobia seems to be on the rise around the world). A perfect digital translator may also help remove the language barrier between individuals, which may help reduce overall xenophobia and general fears of "aliens" and "outsiders"; It becomes much easier to see that others aren't so different from yourself when you're able to associate some kind of meaning with the sounds coming out of their mouths. I think we should probably make extra efforts to see each other as human, especially these days. So, hopefully Google will be able to get Translate to a near perfect state at some point in the near future, as it would do a lot of good I think!

(Sorry this was rambly >_<)