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Reader Poll Replies:
* Sure, legalize it, tax it, and
keep it under medical control. This may be one of the ways that we slow
down AIDS in America. Roger R. CA
* Why not legalize it, it already is the
oldest profession in the world. It is always going to happen, why not
regulate it and make Las Vegas an adult town again. James NY
* No, I do not think legalizing
prostitution is going to help Las Vegas. You already have an abundance
of adult entertainment, why add this headache to the pile of things to
do. Gloria S.
* I think it should be legalized
and regulated. Great revenue source for the city/state and the ladies make
good money. Diana D.
* I say yes. I would assume
that when legalized, it would become strictly regulated, with mandated
doctor's exams periodically, taxed, etc. I'm certain that there are a
fair amount of "working girls" already in Las Vegas. They
should be regulated by law. Vicki Burton
* Great idea! Make you feel better
about losing. Robert Potts
* I don't think it is necessary! If a visitor to Las
Vegas gets the urge, he will find it legal or not. I would hope
that it would be controlled and regulated if it is legalized. I bring
mine with me. Don T.
* Living in the UK and only
visiting once or twice a year (will be there again in Feb 2004) I possibly
don't see that side of things so much but Have been propositioned on the
street. (I don't know if this happens much) I am in complete agreement to
making it legal. It is legal in Holland and the women are regularly checked by
doctors (compulsory) and sex crime is at a minimal. Rather than girls
accosting men on the street, it would be a much better idea for the men to go
to a proper controlled place for their pleasures. Steve (From
England)
* No, Even though Las Vegas is a
great place to visit, I think prostitution goes over the line, it would still
have street pros. and there would be absolutely no benefit. While It is
still a family site Las Vegas would lose its appeal to families could you
imagine watching the high wire acts at circus circus and the street
acrobats in the parking lots. Jerry
* Las Vegas is truly the #1 Tourism
attraction in the world. Keep the Class and forget the seedy side. People go
to Vegas to party, gamble and be entertained. There are more than enough ways
to buy a prostitute now, be it in Vegas or at home. Don't need the taxation.
Don't need the promotion. Keep it as it is. Bill from Ohio
* I am a 54 year old female
sociologist in the midwest. Las Vegas has always been a town with the consumer
in mind. What does the consumer want that can NOT be found in other US major
cities??? All across the US gambling has been legal. There are many casinos
only a few miles from most Americans. So the question is What can ONLY Las
Vegas offer the consumer ? Bring Amsterdam to Las Vegas and THEY WILL COME!
(No pun intended) Johnson
* Why bother, I mean go to any strip
casino at nite, around 10 or 11pm and if your a guy either by yourself or with
a buddy or two you will be approached by a lady of the evening. I can
speak from experience. I'm not movie star looking man believe me but
every time I visit I get approached. so why bother if not to fill the baskets
of pimps or I mean businessmen. Watcherboy
* Legalized prostitution in
Vegas. as the ads says "what happens here, stays here".
Looks to me as if it should be allowed because, at least this way, it could be
somewhat regulated. disease, etc, makes it much more dangerous and risky
if these activities are not regulated. James St. Cin
* Legalized it will be
governed hopefully drug and disease free on the other hand you are trying to
bring families to Vegas and do we want our children in the know not legalized
at least it is a bit more hidden Dilemma upon dilemma. Franki
* Yes -- prostitution should be
legalized. It would allow the state to monitor an occupation which can be
hazardous to both parties. In either case, legalized or not legalized, this is
a profession which will continue anyway. Michelle
Beyrouti Vero Beach, FL
* I do not support legalized prostitution
anywhere so I am opposed to it in Las Vegas. Dave Goffredi
* The legalization of
prostitution, although morally contrary to the moral backbone of society as a
whole, may not be as controversial in "Sin City". As a visitor
to Las Vegas, I have yet to be approached by any prostitutes. Being
married, this is perfectly acceptable to me. However, what is not
acceptable are the throngs of "paper pimps" who line the sidewalks
and promote the availability of prostitution and various other
opportunities. The onslaught of "clicking" is enough to
detract from the beauty of the city, but then too, the visitor or resident
must also deal with the filth that litters the streets and gardens of even the
nicest resort locations. The legalization of prostitution might help to
curb the need for the "paper pimps" because the mystery of how and
where to locate the "ladies" of Las Vegas is significantly
lessened. Just head down to Little Amsterdam and get off at Freemont
Street...no pun intended. --- Derek
Nichols
* Living in the UK and only
visiting once or twice a year (will be there again in Feb 2004) I possibly
don't see that side of things so much but Have been propositioned on the
street. (I don't know if this happens much) I am in complete agreement to
making it legal. It is legal in Holland and the women are regularity checked
by doctors (compulsory) and sex crime is at a minimal. Rather than girls
accosting men on the street, it would be a much better idea for the men to go
to a proper controlled place for their pleasures.. Steve (From
England)
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