I would agree with you only if those that choose prostitution are doing it completely of their own free will. This means not only not being actively forced but

I would agree with you only if those that choose prostitution are doing it completely of their own free will. This means not only not being actively forced but passively forced through desperate circumstances. I don't think our social safety net in the US is nearly strong enough to ensure that such passive desperation is not a driving factor in the decision. The last thing in the world I'd want to see is a desperate single mother go to get welfare benefits and getting asked 'So...did you even /apply/ to the brothel down the street?'