![In passing, we should here recognize the difficulties presented by the idea of 'fit' and 'unfit.' Who is to decide this question? The grosser, the more obvious, the undeniably feeble-minded should, indeed, not only be discouraged but prevented from propagating their kind. But among the writings of the representative Eugenists [sic], one cannot ignore the distinct middle-class bias that prevails.](/assets/img/quote-photos/in-passing-we-should-here-recognize-the-difficulties-presented-by-the-idea-of-f.jpg)
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