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Welfare Stigma and Political Response
This chapter examines societal attitudes towards welfare, particularly the negative stereotypes surrounding unemployment benefits and the 'dole bludger' narrative. It highlights the bipartisan resistance to increasing JobSeeker payments despite calls for support, revealing a disconnect between public sentiment and political action regarding welfare needs.
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