@jungletographytv, a social media page that focuses its content on Los Angeles, posted an Instagram reel of a driver filming at the intersection of Figueroa Street and Century Boulevard in Southeast Los Angeles. “Look at this shit,” he says as he pans to three women walking down Figueroa in broad daylight, wearing minimal clothing and […]
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Human Rights Issues in California: The Case of Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is a dark shadow looming over California, silently ensnaring thousands each year. It’s a grim reality where people are coerced into forced labor or sexual exploitation, preying on the most vulnerable among us. But this isn’t just a statistic. It is a heartbreaking tale of exploitation that plays out in various forms across […]
Amid Crisis in Venezuela, Traffickers Target Fleeing Migrants
Oil dependence. Falling production. Spiraling economy. Soaring debt. Hyperinflation. These are just some of the aptly-named “grim indicators” that led the Council on Foreign Relations to the conclusion that “Venezuela is the archetype of a failed petrostate.” Despite severe economic woes, the Venezuelan autocrat Nicolás Maduro has maintained his grip on power after claiming victory […]
Out of Sight, Out of Mind: The Trafficking of Sweden’s Migrants
In times as politically uncertain and turbulent as these, it is tempting to idolize countries that appear idyllic. For many, Sweden is that utopic model that other Western democracies pale in comparison to. While Sweden is a remarkably functional and stable state with many admirable qualities, its consistent celebrity amongst those of us unfortunate enough […]
A Spotlight on the Red Light District
When most Californians hear the words “human trafficking,” they imagine a faraway, third-world country. Yet the practice is rampant within the United States –– California ranks among the top four domestic destinations for human trafficking. California is home to an extremely profitable human trafficking industry due to its extensive international borders, easy access to the […]