Breakpoint From One Clinic to Millions of Aborted Babies
Oct 16, 2025
Explore the troubling history of Planned Parenthood, from its founding by Margaret Sanger to its controversial ties to eugenics. Delve into statistics revealing racial disparities in abortion rates, particularly in Black communities. The podcast critiques the systemic impact of abortion policies, highlighting how institutions can perpetuate harm. It also addresses the complex realities many women face when seeking care, often under pressure and in crisis. The discussion raises vital questions about the role of historical intentions versus current outcomes.
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Margaret Sanger's Founding Role
- Margaret Sanger opened the first U.S. birth control clinic in 1916 and later founded Planned Parenthood.
- John Stonestreet links her work to the rise of abortion and calls out her racist eugenic advocacy.
Eugenics And The Negro Project
- Sanger promoted eugenics and launched the Negro Project aimed at reducing the black population.
- Stonestreet highlights persistent debate about her exact wording but says her legacy is clear.
Disproportionate Abortion Rates
- African Americans represent about 14% of the U.S. but accounted for 28% of abortions in 2021.
- Stonestreet emphasizes higher abortion rates among Black women and contrasts city-level disparities.
