Submitted by Anonymous, Mar 13, 2008 12:09

Today, for the first time, I've learned of the existence of not one -- not two -- not three -- but FOUR organizations dedicated to advocating for the interests of prostitutes (I am not inclined to use the politically correct term "sex workers"). Preposterously, some of these organizations want legislation enacted to protect the interests of prostitutes, who are portrayed as victims of "discrimination and oppression in our society" who "don't have knowledge of their rights." Hello! What's next? Maybe there should be an organization that provides support and advocacy for pimps, or for illegal weapons dealers, or -- why not? -- for hit men. All of these groups no doubt feel misunderstood, and are in need of education about their "rights." If these organizations are really concerned about prostitutes, they will provide them with advice and support to help them get out of the illegal, sordid, and dangerous line of work that they have (in most cases) chosen for themselves. Consequences of illegal behavior are not "discrimination" or "oppression." The solution for those consequences is not more legislation. It is for the individuals involved in the sex trade (not just the women, mind you) to take responsibility for their choices by admitting that they are wrong, paying the consequences, and stopping their illegal behavior.

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