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\nFor nearly 100 years it was illegal to be \"ugly\" in America. Of course, \"ugly\" wasn't actually about physical attractiveness, it was a way to criminalize disability and disfigurement and it lead to the rise of the freak show. So how did...\nFor nearly 100 years it was illegal to be \"ugly\" in America. Of course, \"ugly\" wasn't actually about physical attractiveness, it was a way to criminalize disability and disfigurement and it lead to the rise of the freak show. So how did we put an end to these ridiculous laws? Watch the episode to find out.\n
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5:53
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12th - Higher Ed
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2018
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