

Buck v. Bell
May 26, 2020
Dive into the chilling legacy of a 1927 Supreme Court case that legalized forced sterilization in America. The discussion unveils the troubling ties between eugenics and early 20th-century elitism, revealing systemic discrimination against disabled individuals. Explore the dark history of the eugenics movement, the flawed pseudoscience behind it, and its ongoing repercussions today. The hosts also examine how past injustices still permeate the legal system and the pressing need for reform to address reproductive and disability rights.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Shadows of Buck v. Bell and the Eugenics Movement
02:55 • 2min
The Dark Legacy of Eugenics in America
05:23 • 24min
Revising History and Legal Precedents
29:51 • 3min
Eugenics in the Legal System: A Modern Examination
32:40 • 12min
Frustrations with Work Culture and Legal Precedents
44:56 • 2min