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juliawise comments on Donating while in temporary debt (i.e. as a student) - Less Wrong Discussion

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Comment author: juliawise 06 February 2013 09:28:02PM *  6 points [-]

An advantage to giving now, even if it's a small amount, is the example you set. Which is more likely to sway your friends: "I donate to (charity)" or "When my loans are paid off, I plan to donate to (charity)"?