prostitution

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Madrid hosted two demonstrations in the centre of the Spanish capital -- one for transgender rights and the other for the legalisation and regulation of prostitution.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

Trump and Epstein socialized in the 1990s and 2000s when they were Palm Beach neighbors; Trump has said he cut off ties before Epstein pleaded guilty in 2008 to soliciting a minor for prostitution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

He had saved three girls from prostitution by throwing bags of gold through their window late at night—a legend that is the origin of his role as a gift giver to children.

From Slate • Dec. 15, 2024

Some states have implemented laws - called "affirmative defence" provisions - that protect victims from some charges including prostitution or theft, if those actions were the result of being trafficked.

From BBC • Aug. 19, 2024

Articles in the paper covered feminism, suffrage, sex education, legalized prostitution, vegetarianism, women in the military, and spiritualism.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling