Obama administration loosens funding ban for advocates of prostitution, trafficking
June 15, 2010
The Obama administration has loosened a ban on international aid to organizations that support prostitution or sex trafficking, the National Catholic Register reports. Under the new policy, an organization receiving United States funds may have an “affiliated entity” that advocates for prositution and sex trafficking.
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Further information:
- Obama Administration Eases Ban on Funds for Sex Trafficking Groups (National Catholic Register)
- Statement by Representative Chris Smith
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Posted by: wolfdavef3415 -
Jun. 15, 2010 2:14 PM ET USA
http://www.citypaper.com/news/story.asp?id=11014 Lobbyists, perhaps? I am bothered by this piece of news, and I can't find a rational reason behind the rule change.
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Posted by: wolfdavef3415 -
Jun. 15, 2010 1:21 PM ET USA
For what possible end? Why? It makes no sense.
