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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)
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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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[-] salacious_coaster@infosec.pub 23 points 1 month ago

This one gets it. The key takeaway should be that humans are very fallible and propaganda works alarmingly well.

[-] Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world 10 points 1 month ago

We shouldn't be trusted with our own care.

[-] Asafum@feddit.nl 3 points 1 month ago

Fucking lazy ass aliens taking their sweet time... Just invade and incorporate us into your galactic empire already!

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