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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% (lemmynsfw.com)

submitted 2 days ago* (last edited 1 day ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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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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[–] [email protected] 17 points 2 days ago (2 children)

Yeah if you want to pitch socialism to people who don't know what it is, just describe its parts as individual policies. Don't actually use the word "socialism" - that makes the rednecks scurred >_>

[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 days ago (1 children)

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

[–] [email protected] 5 points 2 days ago

"It's like crowdsourcing, but with community and business supporting resources!"

[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 days ago

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