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I'm speaking to the realm of human trafficking. And there is definitely crossover into prostitution.

That's a nonsensical statement. Should produce, clothes, electronics & childcare all be banned? @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue

The rate of coercion in sex work is roughly 2% in the West, still <10% even in worst countries. @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue

Furthermore, coercion is exacerbated by criminalization. Prohibition creates black markets. @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue

I guess I primarily think of the kids who have been groomed or forced into the trade.

Who are extremely rare. The vast majority of underage sex workers are homeless youth who do it to... @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue

...survive on the street. Most are 16 to 17, and 90% do it because it's the surest way to make... @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue

...money, not because some bogeyman "pimp" calculatedly "groomed" them. 84% of underage sex workers... @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue