Gerald: Re estate taxes, the phrase "death taxes" has unfortunately turned the majority of Americans *against* them; this has been a huge framing victory for the right, especially of course for the rich...
Josh: Framing of the "death tax" is akin to the framing of welfare. If only equivalent statistics of "wealthfare" could be exposed. About 10 years ago, my freshman sociology professor drilled into the class that "wealthfare" costs 7 times that of welfare. I can only imagine that the difference has increased.
Gerald: Love the term "wealthfare," kudos to your sociology professor. I've heard "welfare for the rich" before, but not "wealthfare": much catchier.
Josh: A professor each and every incoming freshmen, let alone upperclassman, would duly benefit from, Dr. Sheryl J. Grana relentlessly seizes your attention with subject matter, perspective, and the skills of a seasoned orator...
P.S.: I did a quick Google search for the origin of the word "wealthfare," and had no luck. I know how it got to me though: from Sheryl J. Grana, via Josh. Thanks, professor.
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