Do you think it would be strange for a model to be against the decriminalization of prostitution?

[Guy]

Im talking in the context of a camgirl supporting the Nordic Model. This is by no means a troll attempt.

 

[Gen]

No. I don't think the average camgirl is necessarily much more knowledgeable about sex work laws than any average person. I think camgirls would maybe be more likely support decrim because most full service sex workers in the online community support it, and camgirls would see and then defer to their opinions. But camming is quite different than FSSW and I don't think you necessarily learn about the laws just because you start camming.

But I wouldn't find it especially strange to meet a camgirls who supported the Nordic model. Proponents of the Nordic model have very good PR (and celebrity endorsements), plus it sounds good if you don't think too much about it. I can understand why it has a lot of support, even though I disagree with it. Also not every camgirls shares the same view of the sex industry.

 

[Sevrin]

The Nordic model sounds good for prostitutes, but in reality, it will keep sex work underground, because it criminalizes the purchase of sexual services. That means sex work won't get any safer.

 

[Tristyn]

The Nordic model sounds good for prostitutes, but in reality, it will keep sex work underground, because it criminalizes the purchase of sexual services. That means sex work won't get any safer.

This.

I'm 100% for the decriminalization of FSSW.

However, Canada recently adopted the Nordic Model and I wouldn't consider it a positive thing for FSSW, nor would I consider it decriminalization. The buying and most advertising of full service sex work, among other things, still remains criminal in this model, and it makes it difficult for SWers to create safer working environments for themselves.

That said, my answer to the original question is pretty much the same as @GenXoxo's. I wouldn't be surprised -- just because someone works under the umbrella of 'sex work' doesn't mean that they know everything about every aspect of it, or share the same views.

 

[LilyPink]

I find it problematic to think that a group of people would all feel the same about a complex issue like this.

 

[MiaFoxUK]

There is so much misinformation on the subject, that most people regardless of job actually know very much about it. If you do then I can see why you would think it strange, but personally I find it more strange to assume everyone knows the same things I do (not saying that you are saying that btw)

 

[fandango]

I find it problematic to think that a group of people would all feel the same about a complex issue like this.

Exactly, cam models don't share some kind of hive mind where they all think the same uniform thoughts.

Also although both come under the umbrella of sex workers they are quite different fields. It's like saying should all basketball players have an opinion on some football issue just because they are all sportsmen.

 

[AudriTwo]

Exactly, cam models don't share some kind of hive mind where they all think the same uniform thoughts.

Also although both come under the umbrella of sex workers they are quite different fields. It's like saying should all basketball players have an opinion on some football issue just because they are all sportsmen.

I think people tend to forget the individual when thinking of a group of people.

 

[JickyJuly]

Some people also invent a hierarchy of sex work in which they are (in their own minds) at the top and leave other workers holding the "socially unacceptable" bag. It happens with all groups that society blames for problems.

 

[DonaDiabla]

Guy,
This is a complex issue and not all sex workers are for the same things. In addition, there is somewhat of hierarchy amongst many sex workers. Also, you have to understand that sex work is pretty huge and varies from country to country. Plus, many sex workers work in just one part of the sex industry and are unaware of what happens in other parts of the industry.

Im talking in the context of a camgirl supporting the Nordic Model. This is by no means a troll attempt.

 

[Guy]

Some people also invent a hierarchy of sex work in which they are (in their own minds) at the top and leave other workers holding the "socially unacceptable" bag.

Have you seen that?

 

[Phoenix4987]

Have you NOT seen that Guy?

 

[Guy]

Have you NOT seen that Guy?

I haven't seen it.

 

[Phoenix4987]

You're fucking with me lol. I don't believe you never heard some girls put themselves on a pedestal over other girls in a different part of the industry.

I don't think they invent the hierarchy. I knew exactly what you meant without you having to explain it. But rather, they just put emphasis on themselves and their placement in the industry for whatever reason, probably to make themselves more comfortable in their own skin. "I do THIS, but I would never do THAT" sorta shit. Like they look down on the other aspects.

 

[Guy]

You're fucking with me lol. I don't believe you never heard some girls put themselves on a pedestal over other girls in a different part of the industry.

Im not on Twitter or Tumblr.

 

[DonaDiabla]

Actually, Phoenix 4987, the hierarchy has been in place for centuries amongst sex workers but the internet has brought it more into the spotlight. For example, 19th century courtesans were higher than middle class prostitutes who where higher than streetwalkers. Usually, the hierarchy include things such as classism and other isms as well. Often, the hierarchy existed within different parts of the industry based on what the sex worker is willing to do. Also it is based on how expensive each sex worker time and companionship can be.

Another example is; many Angel sugar babies (those who made more than 30,000 off sugaring within one year) look down on sugar babies who believe that getting 400 per month is great. Why? Because many angel sugar babies feel that only the most wealthy girls and guys should be celebrated. Angel sugar babies are more celebrated on Instagram while average sugar babies are celebrated on tumblr. Also some high-end phone sex operators also feel that way on various message boards because they charge 9.99 and up. It is sad but true.

You're fucking with me lol. I don't believe you never heard some girls put themselves on a pedestal over other girls in a different part of the industry.

I don't think they invent the hierarchy. I knew exactly what you meant without you having to explain it. But rather, they just put emphasis on themselves and their placement in the industry for whatever reason, probably to make themselves more comfortable in their own skin. "I do THIS, but I would never do THAT" sorta shit. Like they look down on the other aspects.

 

[ExcellaExe]

I haven't seen it.

Yes. It's everywhere and there's a reason you haven't seen it. I've seen full service girls not consider cam girls be sex workers, camgirls that find FSSWs gross and wrong, sugar babies who think they're at the top because they don't see multiple clients versus themselves which have one or two, etc.

It doesn't have anything to do with twitter or tumblr. It's been around forever and the reason you probably haven't seen it is because it's an intracommunity conversation and debate, so it tends to stay within the community versus including members/clients.

 

[Phoenix4987]

In the end, it is what it is. Providers do their thing within their own comfort level and clients P4P within their budget. Bitches always going to be Bitches to each other sw or not and the client don't really care as long as he getting what he paid for.

 

[JickyJuly]

Have you seen that?

It can be subtle. It's easy to miss. There are girls who do it without realizing or out of discomfort and girls who do it as part of their schtick.
Some examples that I've seen would be:
"MFC is not a porn site"
"At least I don't do porn"
"At least I'm not a prostitute"
"If a girl makes less than $xxx why is she even still camming?"

 

[Sevrin]

Angel sugar babies are more celebrated on Instagram while average sugar babies are celebrated on tumblr.

Some even get their own Reality-TV shows.

 

[Nikola Tesla]

I haven't seen it.

Go to Vegas @Guy Those hookers are top of the line models. Better than the cheaper ones. as the saying goes, you get what you pay for.

 

[cherrybomb1111]

I think it should be legal so that women don't end up in incredibly dangerous situations. Wouldn't it be better for sex workers to have a specific place of work to go to where the client has to come to them, and check in with a ID ( but with a client confidentiality agreement) There is security and other people around to make sure none of the workers are being harmed against their will? The client isn't going to get robbed. And hey healthcare, retirement, and company lunches. Fuck yeah!

In all reality prostitution is never going to go away. It would just be better for the client and the worker to have a safe environment to live out their fantasies IMO.

 

[Guy]

Some examples that I've seen would be:
"At least I'm not a prostitute"

Have you ever seen a cam model blatantly put down prostitutes?

 

[JickyJuly]

Have you ever seen a cam model blatantly put down prostitutes?

Quite a few times.

 

[Phoenix4987]

Have you ever seen a cam model blatantly put down prostitutes?

lol, I've seen a girl who I know escorts put down prostitutes. One time I even joked that she looked like a prostitute as she was getting ready to go out and it wasn't so much an insult as much as it was just calling her out.

"I was just joking, I put this on to see what you say" ::nervous laughter:: Whatever you say :whistle

Guy women are much more subtle than men, so everything isn't always said black and white. But if you listen closely, you can start to pick up on people's attitudes, thoughts, feelings, etc. And this goes for everything and everyone, not just how cam models or sex workers feel about each other.

 

[cherrybomb1111]

I don't care how people make their money. As long as your decisions are not having a huge negative impact on my life and those I love, you do you boo.
I personally couldn't physically have sex with strangers for money but that doesnt make me better or worse as a human. I don't see the point in looking down on someone for their hustle. We all have to eat.