From its inception two years ago, California Against Slavery (CAS) has been unwavering in our commitment to place our initiative on the ballot. We believe in the strategic significance of strong laws and the collective power of voters. Over a year ago, I said that CAS will not launch another signature campaign unless we have […]
Read MoreJury Acquitted Pimp, Victim Portrayed as “Slut” Faces Imminent Danger
This weekend, I was floored by a news article about a jury that acquitted a pimp because his teenage victim had a prior history of sexual exploitation (Miami girl’s beau/pimp acquitted of sex crime , Journal Gazette, Indiana, 7/29/11). It is absolutely appalling that the court accepted an argument that this young victim’s prior exploitation […]
Read MoreGoing Undercover with the Oakland Police
Two weeks ago, I went on an undercover operation in Oakland. We were on International Blvd., where I drove by often when residing there. We even passed by my favorite taco truck. While I was aware that youths were being sold for sex on the streets, I didn’t imagine the magnitude. There were girls all […]
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