Sterilization of the retarded: a problem or a solution?

That sterilization today is a subject of considerable interest can hardly be denied. Planned Parenthood has its pamphlet on the subject,1 and even the Wall Street Journal finds the topic of sufficient interest to intermingle with the financial news.2 While ethical land psychologicaPl assessments of sterilization may differ, few would deny that the operation should be performed only upon those who knowingly consent to it."