Pros And Cons Of Decriminalizing Prostitution
Blaine Garland
Dr. Manian
Final Paper
5 December 2014
Legalize Prostitution
One of the oldest legal problems comes from one of the world 's oldest profession, prostitution; there is no denying that the sex industry has been an international work force and some believe it has helped the economy for many countries. As countries around the world deliberate the characteristics of legalizing or at least decriminalizing prostitution. By legalizing or decriminalizing would this reduce some of the inequalities and abuse suffered by the women involved? On the other hand, by legitimizing prostitution, would society reverse decades of work to promote human rights and help women become more involved in society? One might say, this is just is just …show more content…
From the health point of view, it is surely self-evident that an open sex industry, in which workers are not stigmatized and outlawed, would be to the benefit of all concerned, both prostitutes and clients. Countries like India could and should provide health facilities for sex workers. In the section, “The Daughters of Yellamma,” we see that people with the disease have no hope for themselves. Kaveri’s brother has AIDS and has totally given up on life. Kaveri says, “My brother is totally bedridden now. He has fevers and diarrhea. He used to be such a handsome man, with a fine face and large eyes. Now those eyes are closed and his face is covered in boils and lesions” (Dalrymple pg. 220). Having AIDS for these people is life ending and the person ultimately gives up. These women should have a place to go if they have this disease. In Nepal, they have the option of rehabilitation. Rehabilitation within Nepal has “focused on an education, counseling and safe home. Rehabilitation has also focused on encouraging women to be financially self- sustaining by teaching them income- generating skills, and providing women with information about personal health care and disease prevention” (Joshi 2004). In Nevada, prostitutes are required to register with the state. These prostitutes are required to appear twice a week at a special clinic to be examined for venereal diseases. This health supervision and care of prostitutes, including hospitalization when necessary, is brought about entirely by the state. Although some rules the prostitutes have to endure are excessive, such as not being able to go into town during the week and not being allowed to have relationships with anyone outside of the brothel, Nevada has done a better job than most to control prostitution. The Bombay-based, Asahaya Tirskrut Nari Sangh, feels as if prostitution is necessary
Dr. Manian
Final Paper
5 December 2014
Legalize Prostitution
One of the oldest legal problems comes from one of the world 's oldest profession, prostitution; there is no denying that the sex industry has been an international work force and some believe it has helped the economy for many countries. As countries around the world deliberate the characteristics of legalizing or at least decriminalizing prostitution. By legalizing or decriminalizing would this reduce some of the inequalities and abuse suffered by the women involved? On the other hand, by legitimizing prostitution, would society reverse decades of work to promote human rights and help women become more involved in society? One might say, this is just is just …show more content…
From the health point of view, it is surely self-evident that an open sex industry, in which workers are not stigmatized and outlawed, would be to the benefit of all concerned, both prostitutes and clients. Countries like India could and should provide health facilities for sex workers. In the section, “The Daughters of Yellamma,” we see that people with the disease have no hope for themselves. Kaveri’s brother has AIDS and has totally given up on life. Kaveri says, “My brother is totally bedridden now. He has fevers and diarrhea. He used to be such a handsome man, with a fine face and large eyes. Now those eyes are closed and his face is covered in boils and lesions” (Dalrymple pg. 220). Having AIDS for these people is life ending and the person ultimately gives up. These women should have a place to go if they have this disease. In Nepal, they have the option of rehabilitation. Rehabilitation within Nepal has “focused on an education, counseling and safe home. Rehabilitation has also focused on encouraging women to be financially self- sustaining by teaching them income- generating skills, and providing women with information about personal health care and disease prevention” (Joshi 2004). In Nevada, prostitutes are required to register with the state. These prostitutes are required to appear twice a week at a special clinic to be examined for venereal diseases. This health supervision and care of prostitutes, including hospitalization when necessary, is brought about entirely by the state. Although some rules the prostitutes have to endure are excessive, such as not being able to go into town during the week and not being allowed to have relationships with anyone outside of the brothel, Nevada has done a better job than most to control prostitution. The Bombay-based, Asahaya Tirskrut Nari Sangh, feels as if prostitution is necessary