Register for "Eugenics in the Progressive Era"

24 October, 2025, 8:00 AM CT - 1:55 PM CT | Hosted by: Pontotoc Technology Center | Ada, OK | Discussion Leader: Jay Green

From 1900 to late 1920s America had an active eugenics movement. States and supporters argued for the public good; requiring the removal from the population genes thought to cause low intelligence, or immoral, criminal or anti-social behavior; which in turn allowed for compulsory sterilization laws. Some Governors, state and federal courts regularly found these unconstitutional. Join us as we explore why this movement was so popular and why it was challenged.

This program will be conducted as a discussion, utilizing primary source documents as the only readings with Professor Green facilitating the conversation. Registrants, therefore, are highly encouraged to read all the documents in advance and come ready with questions. Teachers will receive a Letter of Attendance at the conclusion of the seminar.

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