Immigration Act of 1882

Legislation / Policy

Legislation enacted with the mistaken belief it could prevent the spread of cholera, by excluding individuals deemed 'idiots, insane persons, poppers... or persons suffering from a loathome or dangerous contagious disease'.

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Gerald Posner | The Pharmaceutical Industry | Lecture 1 (Official)

Gerald Posner | The Pharmaceutical Industry | Lecture 1 (Official)

Peterson Academy

Legislation enacted with the mistaken belief it could prevent the spread of cholera, by excluding individuals deemed 'idiots, insane persons, poppers... or persons suffering from a loathome or dangerous contagious disease'.