Right, it's not exactly the same. I am less certain about prostitution than drugs, because the potential for harm seems great. That's why I've invested some minimal effort into researching what sex workers have to say about it. You've seen the links I've shared on the topic, I think. It seems like the women who are willing to discuss the topic want sex work to be legal.

I hope to get some more input from you all than just upvotes/ignores. That's one reason I opend this thread. If we can debunk the idea that legalization would encourage more of it then maybe some people's worries can be soothed with reason.