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I'm proud of you guys. Laws against prostitution don't decrease the practice, they only make it incredibly dangerous for the workers. I fully expect this ruling will lead to lower rates of underage prostitution, less instances of physical abuse and assault, and likely less cases of STDs. Can you imagine a prostitute suing a John for lying about having an STD?
On to the questions...
Is this more an issue of rights or public safety?
It's both, but if I had to choose, I'd say the issue of workers' rights is the most important issue of this ruling. Prostitutes, even in the most 'civilized' countries, are often treated as lower than slaves. Some of them are beaten, they're controlled, they're kept in fear and ignorance, and they have no hope for a brighter future. Sure, there are the higher-class escorts that are able to dictate terms and who have better protection, but what about the young girls? This had gone on too long.
Do you think this is a good decision?
God yes. I won't ever need the services, but this is ultimately better for everyone.
Do you think that police and politicians should now do more to regulate the sex trade?
Yes. Prostitutes are people and deserve the same workers' rights and dignity as the rest of us.
Will this be a boon to the sex trade or will it just make it less seedy?
Both, hopefully. This is a legitimate way for people to make money and I hope that taking it out of the shadows will help to make it more respected and more safe.
Will this increase tourism?
I can think of about 20 guys in my high school graduating class that will likely be visiting Canada because of this. And that's just my high school.
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