prostitution.....shuld it b a legalised activity thru out d world ??y or y nt??
483775
yes, it should be legalized. if you can't get rid of it at least you should be able to control it.
284149
It is illegal in the US. If you were Australian in Western Europe, it is legal over the age of 18.\n\nIf it is illegal, I certainly wouldn't do it as you'll end up with a police record if you get caught. Further, you might end up with a nasty disease like AIDs or other STD because you don't practice safe sex.\n\nI would think seriously about your options. Have you got a trade or profession that will allow you to earn an income? If you are a student doing it for income, are there other sources of income. You might want to consider what is involved in being a sex worker and your options within that industry such as stripping or phone sex.
527470
OMG that guy really answered your question, didn't he?\nI'd say yes. A lot of illegal things have made their way into everyday life. Consider moonshine, gambling, prostitution, drinking in college.\nThese things are still against the law, but everybody knows people who do it, and it's generally accepted.
979167
you have a right to your opinion, of course, but I think most people believe that pimps exploit/abuse/degrade women for their own monetary gain, not to mention promote activity that leads to the spread of God knows how many STDs.  it's illegal, wrong, and shameful.  \nand...why are you posting this and all your other "pimp" questions in the LGBT forum??
251040
Pimping is never legal anywhere in the USA. In Nevada, the only prostitution that is legal is at a federally regulated brothel out of city limits. That's it. No pimping allowed.
1156797
A great question that goes at the heart of government hypocrisy\n\nI've always felt that this was due to the 1st amendment, that pornography is protected by freedom of expression.  Paying a prostitute is not a form of expression.  However, technically, prostitution is coverd by our declaration of independence, which states that all citizens have the right to the pursuit of happiness (though not actually being happy!)\n\nI suppose it goes into our nationally conservative mindset and those damn Norman Rockwell paintings - you see people gathered around wholesome activities, not lighting up a bong or visiting a whore house.\n\nThe government will likely say that prostitution is a public health issue, that prostitutes carry diseases etc and risk spreading them to the public.  I agree that legalization and testing is a far better treatment of the problem than ignoring it and prosecuting these women.  After all, it's not like they want to be prostitutes.  Most girls when they grow up don't say they want to sell their soul for money.  Furthermore, what costs more, testing and regulating the prostitution industry, or prosecuting and incarcerating the offenders?
1177501
Things you should know... prostitution is illegal.
849881
It's everywhere regardless of whether or not it is legal, like in Nevada. Did you just watch Dr. Keith??? LOL! They had some of the hookers on there from Moonlight Ranch or whatever. Anywhooooo, I think that it is disgusting, but it's not my body so who cares. If they want to do it, let 'em. But, I don't think that it should be legalized it in all states due to public health issues such as spreading STD's, HIV and Hepatitis. Plus, I wouldn't want my daughter's growing up to think that it was fine to do since it was legal...
602208
I dont think porn was illegal anywhere. You can go anywhere in this world and buy or rent porn. Prostitution is illegal in many areas. But porn is availabale everywhere. Did you mean prostitution??
839829
HUH? \n\nIF a prostitute quit waking the streets, went to school for paralegal, and got hired somewhere as a paralegal....\n\nWhat difference does it make what she did before school? I'd applaud her for putting the effort in to get off the streets, before I'd question the legality of whatever you are talking about....
829530
We in Scotland already have Tolerance areas/saunas for prostitutes, and it seems to be working well, not only can the authorities monitor what is going on, and put a stop to Pimping, but the girls also get regular health checks to help prevent the spread of diseases, and the girls work in a safe enviroment. Whether you agree with what they do or not, is it not better to monitor what goes on than have a bunch of Eastern European, Aids ridden prostitutes who are being pimped by criminal gangs or to feed drug habbits, and causing a nuisance to the public in certain areas they use? They're going to do it anyway, why not make it safer for everyone.
1115286
Too True. Why not? the 'West' continue to enjoy the fruits of exploitation whilst turning a blind eye to the exploited. In having it in your face you will at least not claim not to know. Africa frnakly needs to take it's own affairs in hand and kick out the exploiters.
1161138
Nah.  Why not go ahead and label it. Women put out with guys all the time for gifts, diners, pay the bills etc... At least a hooker is on the up and up about it.
920817
Yes, I agree with you. The U.S government should legalize the prostitution. I can't believe that America is still super conservative, and the religious fanatics still influence on the government. Gosh!!!
1113005
Yes, I do.  Medical massage therapists are allowed to rub people with their hands to make them feel good.  Sex workers use stimulation to make people feel good.  The only difference seems to be the religious ramifications.  It is a throwback to our stupid Puritanical roots.  I don't think any laws should be based on religious standards, and the law against prostitution is based only on that. \n\nAnd for those who say that venereal disease is the reason it should be illegal, I disagree.  If prostitution were regulated, STD rates in sex workers/patrons would decrease.    \n\nSome people are good at math, some are great artists, and others are good at sensual acts.  I don't see why a woman or man who wants to use his or her body to make money should be denied.  After all, isn't that the same thing professional athletes and models do?
1061242
i think prostitution is overrated, if people wanna have sex and get paid way not. a women can have sex with many men and get nothing is considered a whore, but if the men throw her a few dollars, she is a prostitute, why? why give it up for free. my take is if a guy friend of mine want's to have sex with me and my light bill is due, and i don't have it, hey, why not, get the bill paid and feel good while doing it
464100
There is a value for humans if it was legal for them to be sold.  See the old days when they sold and bought slaves.  They still do charge prices for the illegal human marketing of prostitutes and other such activities.