Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Human Rights: Sex Trafficking & Prostitution




- That narrative is very depressing and sounds not at all that uncommon. I didn't know girls were trafficked into the US too. I always thought it was other places, but not here.

- Are Russian mail-order brides considered sex slaves? I don't know much about that business, but I know my mom's cousin has one and they seem to be happily married with two kids. She even brought her sister over too, though I'm not sure if she lives with them or not.

- I wonder why the US was critical of the international anti-trafficking protocol. I mean, it seems like common sense that it's wrong, right?

- It sounds like governments are starting to combat this which is hopeful. I'm sure a lot still needs done though.

- I really like how Sweden and Venezuela handle prostitution. They are helping put a stop to it but also helping the women find education and good jobs. I think that is the right answer to the problem, even better than trying to decriminalize it and regulate it.

- I think if we try to decriminalize it, the same that happened in Australia would would happen.

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