I’ve Been a Prostitute for Almost 10 Years—Here’s How I Feel About It

It seems that stigmatising sex workers can do more damage to their self-esteem than the sex work itself.

I think I’ve internalized the societal hatred of sex workers. I am embarrassed to be a sex worker, even though I like my job, I’m good at it, and I’ve made exceptional progress in my career over the past few years. Despite all my accomplishments, I feel like a loser. Sometimes I jokingly refer to myself as a “whore” or a “hooker” to try to re-claim these derogatory terms, but I often find myself thinking of myself as “just a whore.”

via I’ve Been a Prostitute for Almost 10 Years—Here’s How I Feel About It | Alternet.

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver: Municipal Violations (HBO)

If you have money, committing a municipal violation may pose you a minor inconvenience. If you don’t, it can ruin your life.

via Last Week Tonight with John Oliver: Municipal Violations (HBO) – YouTube.

Choosing the Right Form of Capitalism | Tim MacDonald | LinkedIn

Choosing the Right Form of Capitalism | Tim MacDonald | LinkedIn.