Two years ago, I had written an article about the nuanced nature of prostitution under patriarchy and capitalism, and my views in principle have not changed very much since then. I still prefer full decriminalization, but I would no longer oppose the Nordic Model either, as that would still be a step up from the abysmal failure that is the status quo in the USA. But we must not harbor any illusions about the true root of the problem (i.e. the systemic intersection of capitalism and patriarchy), and must tackle it directly as follows:
- At the very least, stop criminalizing the sex workers/victims themselves, and stop treating them as "less than" in any way, shape or form. They need to be completely decriminalized, respected, and exit services must be made abundantly and widely available.
- For any acts that meet the internationally recognized definition of human trafficking of anyone, and/or involve people under 18 providing sexual favors for money or other consideration, ZERO TOLERANCE, period. That goes for both the supply side (pimps, procurers, and traffickers) as well as the demand side ("johns") who knowingly and willingly participate in such evil.
- Go after the organized crime syndicates that engage in such reprehensible activities, and get them where it hurts the most, by going after their money. We have the tools (such as RICO) to wipe these evil organizations out already, yet their seamy underworld persists thanks to a corrupt and/or indifferent "overworld" that all too often enables it. You can't have the former without the latter.
- Go for a true Nordic Model in ALL ways, particularly the robust social welfare programs that are the crown jewels of such countries. In fact, expand this even further to include a Universal Basic Income for all as well, ideally financed by money creation and/or highly progressive taxation, and we would truly remove the chronic desperation that drives so many into the flesh trade to begin with. It would also go a long way towards smashing the greater kyriarchy, including patriarchy and capitalism. So what are we waiting for?
- And last but not least, whatever remains of the sex industry needs to be fully taken over by the better half of humanity. History has shown that only Women can be trusted with something like that.
In other words, we really need to see the forest for the trees. Anything less would be uncivilized.
In the meantime, if in your travels or in your neighborhood you ever happen to notice any sort of red flags that may indicate the presence of human trafficking, do NOT hesitate to call the National Human Trafficking Hotline ASAP. And fellas, seriously, don't be a "john", be a MATTOO instead.
THIS LOOKS REAL GOOD AJAX. AND YES IT IS ORGANIZED CRIME THAT RUNS THESE NOT FUNNY GAMES. I MIGHT ALSO ADD THAT ADULT WORK WOULD NOT BE SO UGLY IF WE DID NOT HAVE A PATRIARCHAL MENTALITY, IF MEN DID NOT LOOK UPON WOMEN WITH DISRESPECT. AS SOON AS A WOMAN GIVES THEM SEX, IN FACT, THEY BEGIN (SOME NOT ALL) TO TREAT US DISRESPECTFUL LIKE 'I HAD HER ' - 'ANOTHER NOTCH ON MY BELT.' & IF A FEMALE IS A PROSTITUTE ON THE STREET THEY SOMETIMES TREAT HER LESS THAN HUMAN - PARTIALLY BECAUSE THEY KNOW SOCIETY SEES THEM THAT WAY. SEE THEM AS GODDESSES, THEY HAVE GOD INSIDE THEM JUST AS NUNS DO, WE ALL DO. NO REASON TO EVER DISRESPECT ANYONE ALTHOUGH I AM TEMPTED TO DO SO AGAINST SEX TRAFFICKERS, THIS TYPE OF CRIMINAL THAT DEGRADES OTHERS, PEDOPHILES. THESE TRAFFICKERS & THOSE WHO HURT PROSTITUTES ARE SOME OF THE LOWEST SCUM OF THE EARTH.
ReplyDeleteSo true indeed, Rasa. You really hit the proverbial nail on the head. The disdain for Women in general, and sex workers in particular, can apparently be seen on sites like Punternet where "johns" (called "punters" in the UK) essentially brag about their exploits. Their disgusting comments of verbal defecation, which were quoted and widely circulated, will make anyone with a conscience want to vomit and rage with disgust when reading them.
DeleteAnd of course it is not just "johns" either, as often times the only difference between a "john" and a garden-variety fukkboy is money. They often follow the same paradigm. As William notes, most men either view Women as goddesses to be worshipped, or as "less than" / slaves to be used, abused, and discarded, with no in-between.
Indeed, sex traffickers, pedophiles, and those (whether johns or otherwise) who hurt prostitutes are subhuman vermin and absolutely demonic.
ALL YOUR ARTICLES ARE GOOD. I WILL SEE WHAT I CAN DO WITH THIS. LIKE I SAID, THE ONES SUITABLE FOR THE RELIGION I WILL USE FOR IT, THE OTHERS, I WILL PUT ALL OF THEM ON MY SITE, ILLUSTRATED, SOME THAT I'M ABLE TO DEAL WITH, WITH COMMENTS. I'M PLANNING TO DO THE SAME WITH WILLIAM'S ARTICLES. I PRAYED ON IT TODAY & MOMGOD SAID I AM 60 TO 70% DONE. THERE WILL BE ABOUT 30 MORE CHAPTERS IN THE RELIGION.
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, Rasa! It means so much to me that you think so highly of my work, and that it will be put to such good use :)
ReplyDeleteSince you are about two-thirds done with your book, now is probably a good time to decide where to divide it into Volume I and Volume II (or perhaps even a trilogy if you want). I will be writing my general review of your book very soon, having read so much of it thus far that I think can write a good review of it.
as far as reviews, it's important for me to ask you & William questions that should be answered, which I'm not ready to do yet. One another note, you & William can do with my articles what I do with yours - put them on your own blogs containing your comments, or without comments if you wish. With comments is better. With illustrations or art also helps.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Rasa. I will consider that idea, and see which ones would be best to feature on my blog. Most of them would probably go better on William's blog IMHO, but there are likely some that would go better on mine. And some that include both of you, I can also feature and add my own comments to as well. I was thinking of featuring some of your older articles from years ago as well, as those ones are important too.
ReplyDeleteWhen you have your list of questions for us to answer for the review, please do not hesitate to ask us. Time is really flying now. Thanks again.
Keep up the great work,
Ajax