Epstein, eugenics, and the far right

Long after race science fell into public disgrace, Epstein was working to revive its core assumptions – and connecting biological hierarchy to far-right politics. As Dr Annabel Sowemimo uncovers...

Feb 28, 2026

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What links Jeffrey Epstein (centre), Noam Chomsky (L), and Steve Bannon (R)? Pics: *Wikicommons*

The latest tranche of Epstein files reveals a troubling preoccupation with eugenics – heredity, racial difference, ‘intelligence’, and reproductive selection – and a concerted effort from the paedophile financier to embed that fascination within elite instituti…

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Healthy Futures

Writings and musings from author and Community Sexual and Reproductive health consultant, Dr Annabel Sowemimo on anything from health politics to culture.