Ashe Tuesday, Part 2: Kelly Dore on Victor Marx rescue claims; Barb Kirkmeyer rebuts Scott Bottoms

This hour of RSL delves into the world of human trafficking and child exploitation, a topic that's gaining attention in the current gubernatorial campaign. Victor Marx, a GOP candidate, has made claims of rescuing 45,000 women and children, but his numbers are being questioned by experts. Kelly Dore, executive director of the Sierra Cares Foundation, joins the show to break down these claims and discuss the importance of transparency in the non-profit world. Kelly Dore shares her expertise on the issue, highlighting the need for accountability and long-term care for victims. She points out that many organizations, including Victor Marx's, are not transparent about their funding and the effectiveness of their work. Dore also discusses the importance of addressing the demand issue, which is a major contributor to child exploitation. She notes that American men, particularly those from the suburbs, are the largest buyers of children for exploitation. The conversation also touches on the issue of alleged pedophile rings in the Colorado Capitol, with Representative Scott Bottoms making bold claims of such rings existing. Senator Barb Kirkmeyer responds to these claims, stating that she doesn't know of any evidence of pedophile rings and that Representative Bottoms' statements have been inconsistent. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the complexities of human trafficking and child exploitation. Join Ashe and Ryan as they explore the issues and discuss the importance of transparency and accountability in the non-profit world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.