The report I heard on this said the Nazis (in Germany) modeled their law on Swedish practice, not vice versa. Forced sterlization of 'retarded' women (I believe some men as well) also occured until recently in various parts of Canada, e.g. a suit by a women in Alberta over this has recently been in the news. Bill Burgess [EMAIL PROTECTED] home (604) 255-5957 fax c/o (604) 822-6150