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History of EugenicsHistory of EugenicsSocial Studies 20
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DefinitionDefinitionA social philosophy which advocates the improvement of human hereditary traits through various forms of intervention
It has been regarded as a social responsibility, an altruistic (practice of selfless concern for the well-being of others) stance in society
Meant to create healthier, strong and/or intelligent people
To save resources
To lessen human suffering
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Historical elementsHistorical elements
Justified under state-sponsored discrimination
Forced Sterilization of populations (genetically defective)
Killing of institutionalized peoples
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LocationsLocations
Germany
Japan
Canada
United States
Australia
Social Democratic Sweden
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CanadaCanada
Sexual Sterilization Act (1928)
Eugenics (Good Birth)
Alberta government sought to limit the reproduction of many kinds of people (visible minorities, ‘feeble-minded’)
They attributed much of the rise of crime, poverty, alcoholism and other vices to these people
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AmendmentsAmendments
1937 - Dr. W.W. Cross (Minister of Health) deemed the Act too restrictive
Permitted to sterilize for the benefit of the human race rather than the individual
1942 - broaden the category of mental patients who could be directed to undergo sterilization
The Alberta Eugenics Board intended to increase the pace of sterilization
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1928 - 19721928 - 1972
Almost 3000 people were sterilized
Regardless of reasons in support - the individuals ability to reproduce is viewed as a violation of their constitutional rights
Furthermore, research has shown that mentally challenged people are no more likely to produce offspring with similar impediment than the population at large
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Tools of the TradeTools of the Trade
http://www.nfb.ca/collection/films/fiche/medias.php?id=33077&idMF=5
http://statismwatch.ca/1997/06/
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Leilani MuirLeilani Muir
She spent most of her life living in foster homes
1955, entered the Michener Centre in Red Deer, Alberta’s Provincial Training School for Mental Defectives
IQ/Interviewed - deemed a ‘moron’
She was never told of the operation
In 1971, she discovered she could not have children after speaking to her doctor.
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Muir ContinuedMuir Continued
She brought charges against the Alberta legislation in 1996
It set a precedent for many future settlements awarded to other sterilization victims
She was awarded $740 000 for wrongful sterilization and wrongful confinement
Over 1200 victims have brought suits against the Alberta Government
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AssignmentAssignment
10 minutes
Why is eugenics appealing to the public?
Why is eugenics considered appealing/appalling?
5 minutes - Get together with a few classmates (4 max) and discuss your answers
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Thoughts/CommentsThoughts/Comments
What did you think about those that suffered under the Alberta government?
How did the economics of the province play into people’s actions and attitudes?
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Human Rights ArticleHuman Rights Article
Reflecting upon the “Human Rights” article I gave you, are there any comments, suggestions or ideas?