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Harry Reid: Let's Outlaw Prostitution

Published February 25, 2011 at 5:00 AM PST

Is Harry Reid looking to outlaw prostitution? The U.S. senator claimed legalized prostitution might be scaring potential business away from the state, in his morning remarks to the state legislature. Why is Harry Reid taking a stand now? And are businesses deterred from moving to Nevada because of legalized prostitution? A brothel lobbyist, a political pundit, and other experts weigh in.

GUESTS
George Flint, Dir and lobbyist, Nevada Brothel Owners' Association
Steve Sebelius, Columnist, LVRJ; member, KLAS Channel 8's I-Team
Bill Thompson, Prof, UNLV's Department of Public Administration

Links

  • LV Sun: Reid's son fought against brothels in Storey County 10 years ago
  • The Atlantic: Harry Reid: It's Time for Nevada to Outlaw Prostitution

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