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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 2 days ago* (last edited 1 day ago) by Davriellelouna@lemmy.world to c/progressivepolitics@lemmy.world

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Words matter.

You aren't writing an academic paper. Always use simple direct language.

Help the poor
Healthcare for everyone
Good treatment at work.

Don't use complex words.

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[–] DannyMac@sh.itjust.works 2 points 19 hours ago (1 children)

I'd bet if we started calling them "societal subscription fees" people would be much cooler with taxes.

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[–] toppy@lemy.lol 2 points 19 hours ago* (last edited 19 hours ago) (1 children)

Why US americans are against welfare ? In europe most nations are pro welfare and pay appropriate taxes. Why are US americans against helping each other ?

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[–] NigelFrobisher@aussie.zone 2 points 2 days ago

“Death tax” energy.

[–] idiotdoomspiral@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago

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