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The Legacy of Franco and Ceausescu: Dark Chapters in Child Welfare

This chapter explores the horrific child abductions under Franco's regime in Spain, revealing the tragic impacts of political ideologies on family separations. It parallels these events with Ceausescu's Romania, where draconian pro-natalist policies led to severe reproductive health crises and systemic abuse in orphanages. Through personal narratives and historical analysis, the chapter highlights the enduring consequences of such oppressive practices on marginalized communities.

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