Is Craigslist the world's biggest bordello?

Catherine is a 35-year-old sex worker in San Francisco who relies on Craigslist to reduce the physical risks often faced by a woman in her line of work.

Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart discusses during a press conference Thursday why he considers Craigslist a marketing tool for pimps and prostitutes.

(Credit: YouTube)"Craigslist is important to helping us avoid violence," says the woman, who is originally from Europe. "Craigslist is a way to filter out that kind of person...and with Craigslist there is no need for pimps."

For people in her trade, she adds in a thick accent, "Craigslist is vital."


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