avik advocated for sterilization of those who have been perceived to have undesirable traits. eugenics programs were supported by legislation. court and powerful promoters. an early advocate of eugenics, harry h. loughlin, director, eugenics records office, cold spring harbor, new york supported by compulsory states, sterilization laws and significant mentally shape negative eugenics legislation and policy in the united states. margaret sanger. a strong advocate for women's reproductive rights, also a supporter of eugenics movement known as the founder of the birth control league, sanger specifically supported, sterilized of those who were considered mentally unfit. lastly during the 1920s. in the 1930s, the american eugenics society was founded in addition to, many local societies and groups across the country members competed in a in fitter, family and better competitions at fairs and exhibition, including the division of infant child hygiene directly immensely better babies contest at the indiana state fair from 1922 1932, and list goes on. and i want to thank you all for s