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Donald Trump Jr.'s tweet about socialism and candy leads to Twitter backlash

His tweet led to tens of thousands of responses, with many questioning his definitionΒ of socialism.
Donald Trump Jr. delivers a speech during a ceremony for the official opening of the Trump International Tower and Hotel on February 28, 2017 in Vancouver, Canada. 

We guess that's one way to celebrate Halloween.

On Wednesday night, presidential son Donald Trump Jr. tweeted a photo of daughter Chloe, dressed as a police officer, with her trick or treating haul.

"I’m going to take half of Chloe’s candy tonight & give it to some kid who sat at home," he said. "It’s never to (sic) early to teach her about socialism."

Chloe, 3, is the youngest of Trump Jr.'s five children.

His tweet led to tens of thousands of responses, with many questioning his definition of socialism:

And pointing out the concept of sharing:

And reminding that trick or treating generally means someone is giving away candy for free:

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