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% - eviltoast

Words matter.

Always use simple direct language.

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

Don’t use complex words.

  • Sterile_Technique@lemmy.worldEnglish
    17·
    1 month ago

    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 >_>

    • merc@sh.itjust.works
      6·
      1 month ago

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

    • Azal@pawb.socialEnglish
      3·
      1 month ago

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