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The article reports, “The art is beautiful, but it’s not the point. The paintings, sculptures and collages that line the walls of this Venice walk-up are the creations of women and children who were wounded by domestic violence, and turned to art for strength and solace.”
The article reports, “Is sexual trafficking happening in your city? What about on your remote reservation? The short answer is, ‘Yes, right under your nose.’…Prostitution becomes a trafficking crime when the victim is a minor, or at any age if controlled by force, fraud or coercion.”
The article reports, “The Senate on Thursday passed legislation establishing new employment rights for victims of domestic violence that will help victims keep their jobs and increase long-term economic productivity. The vote was 34-0. The bill has wide support from advocacy organizations and the business community.”
