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In 1927, the Supreme Court approved these forced sterilization laws in the case Buck v. Bell. The plaintiff Carrie Buck had challenged her forced sterilization after being deemed "feebleminded" by the family who took her in as a servant. The Court ruled against her. — PolitiTweet.org

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The eugenics movement gained popularity in the early 20th century when many states passed laws allowing involuntary sterilization of people with disabilities. — PolitiTweet.org

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While these practices may seem antiquated, they still persist today. More than half of states permit forced sterilization for conservatees in some capacity. And Buck v. Bell has never been overturned. — PolitiTweet.org

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