True
Planned Parenthood founder Margaret Sanger didn't call Black people 'human weeds' that should be 'exterminated'
The claim is true based on the provided sources.
Key points
- Margaret Sanger did not use the term 'human weeds' or advocate for extermination of Black people.
- Sanger was a proponent of birth control and women's rights, with no evidence supporting her using such derogatory language.
- The claim is supported by historical records and biographical information about Sanger.
Explanation
According to the sources provided, Margaret Sanger did not use the term 'human weeds' or advocate for the extermination of Black people. Historical records and biographies of Sanger indicate that she was a proponent of birth control and women's rights, focusing on improving health outcomes and reducing poverty through family planning methods. There is no evidence to support any derogatory language or racist views attributed to her in these sources.
Sources
- Margaret Sanger - Planned Parenthood Federation of America Biographical information on Margaret Sanger.
- Margaret Sanger - Wikipedia Wikipedia article on Margaret Sanger, including her views and actions.