Sterile_Technique comments on 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%

submitted 1 year ago by Davriellelouna@lemmy.world to c/progressivepolitics@lemmy.world

Words matter.

Always use simple direct language.

Don't use complex words.

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[+] Sterile_Technique@lemmy.world 17 points 1 year ago (3 children)

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[–] merc@sh.itjust.works 6 points 1 year ago (1 child)

And if you do say socialism, say it along with something they like that isn't scurry. For example, "socialism, like the fire department".

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[–] Azal@pawb.social 3 points 1 year ago

Yup, look at the overwhelming support citizens have for the Affordable Care Act... but haaaaaaaaaaaate Obamacare.

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