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"Prostitution ring" is a dysphemism cops use for escort services, advertising/review boards, or even... @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue

...informal groups of sex workers who happen to be together when cops arrive. It's a meaningless term. @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue

To understand how idiotic the term "prostitution ring" sounds to sex workers, try imagining liquor... @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue

...stores, supermarkets & bars all referred to as "bootlegging rings". @DesterWallaboo @mercnews @OURrescue

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