‘State of Eugenics’ a Look at Forced Sterilization
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A new documentary looks at the history of North Carolina’s eugenics program.
A new documentary by Chicago filmmaker Dawn Sinclair Shapiro looks at the history of North Carolina’s eugenics program and how modern-day lawmakers sought state compensation for survivors. Shapiro joins us in discussion.
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‘State of Eugenics’ a Look at Forced Sterilization
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A new documentary by Chicago filmmaker Dawn Sinclair Shapiro looks at the history of North Carolina’s eugenics program and how modern-day lawmakers sought state compensation for survivors. Shapiro joins us in discussion.
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