Sex Work Part 2

In the second part of the Out Loud sex work episode series, Ky, Elena, and Mia evaluate the differences between legalization and decriminalization and talk about their implications for the safety of sex workers. Throughout the episode, they argue why they believe sex work should be legalized and/or decriminalized in the United States. *TW*: We will be discussing sensitive material pertaining to sexual assault that may be triggering for some listeners. 01:50: Discussing the difference between legalization vs. decriminalization 03:20: Sex work decriminalization model in Sweden 04:15: Implications of legalization 07:40 Current legalities in the United States pertaining to sex work 11:30: Societal benefits of sex work 14:05: Arguments for legalizing sex work 22:05: Should we punish the patrons? 22:50: How will regulated sex work ensure sex worker’s safety? 27:00: A summary of the pro sex work stance