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Court rules defunct eugenics law unconstitutional but denies damages

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Tragedy twice over...

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The sterilizations were a lifetime sentence, no limitations applied. Paying any compensation shows the government has accepted the moral argument. They should conduct an impact assessment and compensate fairly. An apology isn’t too much to ask either.

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Japan is now a step closer to become a modern country.

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Vile practice backed by a vile legal system, seems normal, not unexpected here.

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This makes no sense. Unconstitutional and their rights were infringed upon; however, there is no need for indemnification?

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