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What does it mean?
The quote suggests discussing illegitimacy to reduce its occurrence.
In plain terms
It proposes talking about a topic to lower its rates.
What can you take from it?
Address social issues through open discussion.

Where it applies

  • policy debates
  • social reform
  • family planning

Putting it to work

  • frame policy
  • discuss sensitive topics
  • aim for reduction

Questions to consider

  • How does discussion change behavior?
  • What reduces social problems?

Another view

Talking alone may not change complex social behaviors.

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