The author discusses a controversial perspective on sterilization as a societal solution, echoing the sentiments of Laughlin regarding the need to manage the population by preventing those deemed unfit from reproducing. This viewpoint suggests that rather than resorting to severe measures against individuals considered degenerate or incompetent, society should proactively intervene to stop them from passing on their traits.

The rationale hinges on the belief that such measures could lead to a more competent society, akin to the rationale behind compulsory vaccination. By drawing parallels between public health and reproductive control, the author underscores a troubling ideology of managing human worth based on perceived capability.