Wednesday, February 25, 2004

Slavery "is alive and well"

Modern-day slavery is alive and well in Florida, the head of a human rights center said Tuesday as it released a report on people forced to work as prostitutes, farmworkers and maids across the state.

Human traffickers bring thousands of people into the United States each year and Florida is believed to be one of the top three destinations, along with New York and Texas, according to the Center for the Advancement of Human Rights at Florida State University.
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Well, why not? We've been on a fairly steady march backward toward the dark ages since the 60's and have picked up incredible speed in the past few years. Can't say I'm surprised to see Florida and Texas leading the way. But, New York?

....but hey, do what you want....you will anyway.

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