Sweden's shameful eugenics policies
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Sweden's international image as a country of neutrality with concern for its citizens was shattered by the news that between 1935-1976, 60,000 Swedes were sterilized mainly on racial or ethnic grounds. Forced sterilization in other places such as the US, Canada, and Switzerland is also discussed.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1997
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Hilary Weston's sound career move
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The media's disparaging remarks about the appointment of Hilary Weston as Ontario's lieutenant-government is fueled by the knowledge that readers commonly agree with negative remarks about the wealthy. But Weston has the experience and social grace to perform the job well.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1997
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