Traditions and Encounters, 4th Edition (Bentley)

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The Case for Birth Control

Location: http://womenshistory.about.com/library/etext/bl_sanger_1924.htm

Description: Margaret Sanger argues for the legalization of birth control.

1			How did Margaret Sanger's arguments in favor of birth control reflect the concerns first raised by Thomas Malthus?
2			Several of Margaret Sanger's arguments in favor of birth control would be very controversial today. Please list three of Sanger's arguments that are objectionable today. Why do they remain so controversial?