While my "basic" slides aren't exhaustive academic papers, the goal is to spark curiosity so people look into the deeper literature themselves. I appreciate the high-level nuance you're adding here though—it helps bridge the gap between a brief intro and the full theory.

These are introductory slides designed to distill complex theories into an accessible format for a general audience. With a 10-slide limit, the priority is outlining the core principles and historical outcomes that people encounter in global politics today.

Distinguishing them this way helps a general audience navigate how these terms are used in current global politics, even if it bypasses the 19th-century overlap where "Socialist" was the catch-all for the entire radical left. Appreciate the nuance though!

You're right on the taxonomy—historically, Socialism is the broad "umbrella" that includes both the Marxist and Anarchist traditions. My series treats them as distinct categories to reflect the modern geopolitical divide between "Social Democracy" and "Marxist-Leninist" states.

However, the gap between the "temporary" state and the permanent bureaucracies we saw in the 20th century is exactly why the distinction is so contentious. I'll be more explicit about that theoretical end-goal in future breakdowns to ensure the full context is there.

Fair point—the slides focus on the empirical reality of state ownership rather than the theoretical "withering away." In a 10-slide intro, I prioritized the functional outcome of these systems (centralization) over the projected final stage that has yet to materialize.

Regardless, I appreciate you bringing the deeper theoretical nuance to the thread. It’s a helpful read for anyone who wants to dive past the intro and into the actual literature. Thanks for the engagement.

I’m aware Marx favored "needs" over "equal rights," but in common discourse, a classless society is framed as an equalizing force. Whether we call it equity or equality, the point of the slide is the goal of a society without the massive wealth gaps seen in capitalism.

I hear your frustration, but getting hung up on one phrase while writing off the entire series as "misinformation" misses the goal. This is a 10-slide intro to spark curiosity. Terms like "absolute equality" are often used as shorthand for the removal of class hierarchy in a general sense.

Regarding "absolute equality," most people perceive the removal of class as a move toward total leveling. If the theory is too complex for 10 slides, that’s the nature of the medium—but pointing out the massive gap between the 1848 text and the 1900s reality isn't misinformation. 🚩

If a system only "works" if the entire world changes at once, it becomes impossible to critique its actual results. Using "lack of world revolution" as an excuse for 20th-century state failures makes the theory unfalsifiable—it can never be proven wrong or right, only "not yet finished."

True, people have argued a "World Revolution" was the only way to bypass the state. But the "temporary" bureaucracies of the 20th century didn't just exist to fight globalization; they became self-preserving entities that prioritized their own power over "withering away."

However, the historical shift from that theory toward rigid, state-enforced "leveling" is exactly what led to the centralized bureaucracies I mentioned. The "sin" of simplification lies more in how these systems were historically implemented than in my description of them. 🧵 2/2 🚩

I agree simplification shouldn’t be misleading. Marx’s goal—"to each according to his needs"—acknowledges that a mountain dweller and a desert dweller have different material requirements. In a 10-slide primer, "absolute equality" serves as a baseline for the removal of class hierarchy. 🧵 1/2

I’m not 'spreading misinformation' by pointing out that the state failed to wither away in every major historical attempt. Theory is one thing; the empirical track record is another. 🌍

I'm well aware of the "Dictatorship of the Proletariat" as the transitional phase where the state supposedly "withers away." But in 20th-century practice—USSR, Maoist China, etc.—that "temporary" seizure of power became a permanent, hyper-centralized bureaucracy. Theory vs. reality. 🚩

The 'absolute equality' in the slide is the simplified outcome often sold to the masses, but the gap between the Critique and the 20th-century 'state rule' you mentioned is exactly where the system stalled. Theory says the state disappears; history shows the state centralized. That’s the point. 🚩

If we’re citing the Critique of the Gotha Program, then you know Marx’s actual point was 'from each according to his ability, to each according to his needs'—specifically rejecting the bourgeois 'equal right' as a standard.

Text slide "The Future of the Profession" stating that rooted in justice, social work can build up communities and aid reconciliation.

Reference list for Part 3, citing authors CASW, Baskin, and Sinclair.

When rooted in truth and humility, social work has the power to build communities up. The work of reconciliation is ongoing, and everyone has a role to play. 🧵 3/3

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Text slide "What is Decolonization?" explaining it requires unlearning Euro-centric practices and transferring power back to communities.

Text slide "Step 1: Self-Determination" highlighting Federal Bill C-92 as a way to support Indigenous sovereignty over child services.

Text slide "Step 2: Integrate Indigenous Knowledge" advocating for land-based healing, Elder guidance, and traditional medicines over clinical models.

Text slide "Step 3: End White Saviourism" urging social workers to act as allies working in parallel with communities, prioritizing informed consent.

Decolonization requires continuous action. We must support Indigenous self-determination, integrate Indigenous ways of healing, and end "White Saviourism" by stepping down as "experts" and prioritizing cultural safety. 🧵 2/3

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Title slide "A New Path Forward" explaining that modern social work is striving to dismantle oppressive systems this National Social Work Month.

Text slide "Social Work in the World Today" defining modern practice as grounded in human rights, social justice, and collective responsibility.

Text slide "Major Advancements" listing shifts toward anti-oppressive practice and addressing systemic inequalities like poverty and racism.

Text slide "The 2019 Apology" noting the Canadian Association of Social Workers' formal apology for its role in the Sixties Scoop.

Part 3 looks at the modern evolution of social work. Today, the focus is shifting to systemic inequalities and anti-oppressive practice. In 2019, the CASW formally apologized for past harms. 🧵 1/3

#SocialWorkMonth #AntiOppressivePractice

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Text slide "Acknowledging the Truth" stating social work historically acted as an arm of the colonial state, prioritizing removal over support.

Reference list for Part 2, citing Blackstock, Sinclair, and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.

We cannot fix a system until we acknowledge exactly how it was built. Social work prioritized child removal over family support. Facing this truth is the first step toward justice. 🧵 3/3

#TruthAndReconciliation #SocialJustice

Text slide "Severing Cultural Ties" noting the goal of the Sixties Scoop was to assimilate children by placing them in non-Indigenous homes.

Text slide "The AIM Program" describing a Saskatchewan state-sponsored campaign that advertised Indigenous children to white families.

Text slide "Intergenerational Trauma" explaining how forced family separation disrupted the transmission of culture and language.

Text slide "The Millennium Scoop" highlighting that Indigenous children currently make up over 53% of children in Canadian foster care.

The Sixties Scoop and programs like AIM scooped children into non-Indigenous homes, severing cultural ties and causing deep intergenerational trauma. Today, this continues as the "Millennium Scoop." 🧵 2/3

#EveryChildMatters #ChildWelfare

Title slide "Social Work’s Harmful Legacy" stating that 20th-century Euro-centric values caused profound harm to Indigenous communities.

Text slide "Poverty Weaponized" explaining how early social workers blamed Indigenous parents for state-created systemic poverty.

Text slide "Complicity in Residential Schools" detailing how social workers facilitated the removal of Indigenous children to abusive institutions.

Text slide "The Sixties Scoop" defining the era between the 1960s and 1980s when thousands of Indigenous children were apprehended.

Part 2 examines the profound harm early social work caused Indigenous communities in Canada. From weaponizing poverty to complicity in Residential Schools and the Sixties Scoop, the history is heavy but necessary to face. 🧵 1/3

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Title "Recommendation for the Future." The path forward includes AI literacy in schools, investment in "small" models that use 90% less energy, and government "Transition Funds" for worker protection. Final note: "Focus on the laws and education, not the bot."

Title "References." A list of credible sources including ISED Canada (Renewed AI Strategy 2026), International Energy Agency (IEA), The EU AI Act updates, and the World Economic Forum "Sustainable AI by Design" framework.

The fix? Mandatory AI ethics training for engineers, strict green regulations, and social safeguards like Canada’s AIDA. Let’s shift from "move fast" to "build responsibly." Education is the key to this shift. (3/3)

#Regulation #EthicalAI #SocialJustice #Policy

Title "The Reality: Social Costs." Discusses job loss and anxiety, noting threats to entry-level and data-heavy roles. It defines this as a systemic issue where industry profit sidelines worker safety and social stability rather than a "software bug."

Title "Putting Energy in Context." Compares energy use: Aviation (2.5% of CO2 emissions), Video Streaming (uses more energy than some small countries), and a single AI query (roughly the same as an LED lightbulb). It argues for technology that operates within planetary limits.

Title "What’s Already Being Done?" Lists 2026 progress: Canada’s Renewed National AI Strategy for safe and ethical AI; the EU AI Act banning unacceptable risks; and new "Energy Scores" for AI models to help buyers choose efficient options.

Title "The Goal: Systems over Sentiment." Lists three demands: Mandatory ethics training for engineers, strict regulations to protect jobs and ensure 100% renewable energy for data centres, and a cultural shift toward "Building Responsibly."

AI saves lives in medicine but uses massive energy. 🌍 It’s not "what-aboutism" to say other sectors do too; it’s about a systemic lack of environmental priority. We need science AND sustainability, not one or the other. (2/3)

#Sustainability #ClimateTech #AI #GreenTech

Title "Beyond the 'Abolish' Debate." The text explains that while concerns about energy and jobs are valid, the "abolish" movement misses the real target. It argues the issue isn't the tool itself, but a lack of regulations, safeguards, and ethical education.

"How Did We Get Here?" A timeline of AI: the 1950s Turing Test; 2017 Google researchers inventing the "Transformer" architecture; and 2022–2026, where AI shifted from a lab experiment to a "General Purpose Technology" integrated into global infrastructure.

Title "The Impact: Real-World Wins." Lists AI benefits: detecting cancers and predicting vaccine structures in medicine; discovering materials for batteries and solar panels in science; and optimizing energy grids and tracking deforestation for the climate.

Title "The Reality: Environmental Costs." Highlights that training one large model can use the electricity of 100+ Canadian homes for a year and millions of litres of water for cooling. It notes this is a reflection of industry priorities, not "bad" code.

Is AI inherently "bad"? 🤖 Many call for its abolishment, but the tool isn't the problem—the lack of rules and regulations are. Let’s look past the headlines at how AI became our modern infrastructure. Swipe to learn more! (1/3)

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#AIEthics #Tech #Innovation #CanadaTech

Green patterned background image with the text "Eid Mubarak! May your home be filled with laughter and your heart with love."

Wishing everyone a day filled with love and light. 🕊️🕯️

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#EidMubarak #Eid2026 #EidAlFitr #Gratitude #EidVibes

Text slide titled "Moving Forward" emphasizing the importance of understanding social work's history as a tool for state-building.

Reference list for Part 1, citing authors Baines, Hick, and Fortier & Hon-Sing Wong.

Understanding these roots is vital. Social work began as a tool for state-building, dictating how families should live. Stay tuned for Part 2. 🧵 3/3

#SocialWork #EmpathyEchoes #SystemicChange

Text slide titled "Deserving vs. Undeserving" outlining how aid was conditional upon adopting Euro-Christian lifestyles.

Text slide titled "The Settlement House Movement" noting how middle-class reformers aimed to assimilate immigrants in the 1900s.

Text slide titled "The Birth of the Profession" stating social work officially began in Canada in 1914 at the University of Toronto.

Text slide titled "A Colonial Foundation" explaining early social workers were trained in Euro-centric theories about family structures.

As the profession grew, so did its colonial baggage. Early charities separated the "deserving" from the "undeserving" poor, while settlement houses pushed to assimilate immigrants into British-Canadian culture. 🧵 2/3

#SocialJustice #Decolonize