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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 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*

Thanks I'll have to look into the audiobook one! Was trying to dodge YouTube, but I couldn't get any of those videos mentioned above to play in Tubular. I hadn't tried that app in a while, so maybe it's just the app and I'll find another

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