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Drake’s new hit sends the wrong message

Drake’s new hit sends the wrong message

Drake and DJ Khaled’s latest hit, “For Free,” sends a dangerous message about the commodification of sex.

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National sting targeting buyers nets record number of arrests

National sting targeting buyers nets record number of arrests

The National Johns Suppression Initiative, a nationwide anti-trafficking operation targeting sex buyers, is reporting very impressive numbers from its most recent sting.

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Seattle busts 200 buyers; could collect up to $275K for sex trade victims

Seattle busts 200 buyers; could collect up to $275K for sex trade victims

Seattle Police launch a first-of-its-kind sting that’s deterring buyers and getting money for victims

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Congress and DOJ: A better response to domestic trafficking is needed

Congress and DOJ: A better response to domestic trafficking is needed

The Senate Judiciary Committee held a special hearing for an update on how the Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act is being implemented

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Bipartisan call for full implementation of Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act

Bipartisan call for full implementation of Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act

The Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act is a year old. But many in congress say more can be done to ensure it is being used to its full potential.

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Full decriminalization of the sex trade has nothing to do with “human rights.”

Full decriminalization of the sex trade has nothing to do with “human rights.”

Advocating full decriminalization of the illegal sex trade as a “human right” isn’t just misguided—it’s offensive.

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If sex buyers knew the truth, would they still buy?

If sex buyers knew the truth, would they still buy?

Survivor leader Rebecca Bender shares a personal story about her exploitation at the hands of a trafficker, and poses a critical question about those who purchased her.

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My experience in the sex trade had nothing to do with choice

My experience in the sex trade had nothing to do with choice

Survivor Audrey Morrissey: “I know there are some women who say they do this willingly… Maybe that’s their truth, but that’s not mine.”

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Massachusetts leaders take a stand against sex-buying

Massachusetts leaders take a stand against sex-buying

Top MA officials work together to stop employees from buying sex

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The problem with Starz’s ‘Girlfriend Experience’

The problem with Starz’s ‘Girlfriend Experience’

The series sends an inaccurate–and dangerous–message to viewers.

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Demand Abolition partners with Attorney General Healey

Demand Abolition partners with Attorney General Healey

I am very proud to have shared a stage with Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey a true leader in the fight against demand.

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France adopts the Nordic Model

France adopts the Nordic Model

France joins the list of progressive countries that have approved laws criminalizing those who buy sex rather than those being sold

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