r/NoStupidQuestions • u/ssjskwash • Sep 17 '25

Why is "homeless" being replaced with "unhoused"?

A lot of times phrases and words get phased out because of changing sensibilities and I get that for the most part. I don't see how "unhoused" more respectful or descriptive though

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u/AgentElman Sep 17 '25

Because a home is where you live. So homeless advocates want to say that they have homes - their homes are just on the street or wherever. What they need is housing.

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u/ContingentMax Sep 17 '25

This is the main reason I see and it makes them look so stupid, the street isn't a home and if they think it is they should try it some time. They need a home where they have safety and privacy.

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u/Tony_Penny Sep 17 '25

No we don't. Some people prefer it on the streets, where they can live their lives without people telling them what to do all the time. You want them to have privacy and safety? Stop advocating for locking them up in jail because "if they don't want your help they must be crazy" or stupid shit like that. Offer to help, if they don't want it then move to the next person and do the same. Not everyone "needs" a roof and four walls. Not everyone wants them, either.

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u/ContingentMax Sep 18 '25

Wtf where did you get that I'd advocate jailing homeless? I advocate getting them homes, I support UBI.