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71% of Americans say the US should spend more on "assistance to the poor". But if you use the word "welfare" that number drops to 30% (lemmy.world)
submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by to c/progressivepolitics@lemmy.world
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Words matter.

Always use simple direct language.

  • Help the poor
  • Healthcare for everyone
  • Good treatment at work.

Don't use complex words.

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[–] 1 point 1 year ago

41% of the population would object, together with 29% who don't support assistance at all. If you want UBI in a democratic society you have to sell it differently.

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