https://www.americasfuture.net/not-on-my-watch-podcast-episode-17/
<Introduction:
The episode begins with host Liz Crokin welcoming counter-trafficking consultant Ally Hopper to the "Not On My Watch" podcast.
<Ally Hopper's Background:
Ally Hopper is introduced as a paralegal who moved to Florida and got involved with America's Future. She has worked on raising awareness about human trafficking through summits and has helped in legislative efforts.
<Legislative Work:
Hopper discusses her involvement in creating a bill in Florida to criminalize sexual grooming of minors. This bill was later passed in Florida, Iowa, Arizona, and Georgia. The initiative aims to fill legislative gaps where grooming wasn't previously defined or criminalized, allowing law enforcement to intervene before more severe crimes occur.
<Grooming and Predatory Behavior:
The conversation delves into what grooming entails, highlighting how predators gain trust to manipulate victims. They discuss how this happens not only with children but also with adults, often in environments where predators have authority or power, like in sports, entertainment, or religion.
<Entertainment Industry and Grooming:
They explore the grooming of child stars and the exploitation in Hollywood, mentioning examples like Britney Spears and Justin Bieber. They discuss how predators use gifts, drugs, and alcohol to lower defenses, especially at high-profile events or parties.
<Testimony Before Congress:
Hopper shares her experience testifying before Congress about human trafficking, especially concerning the border crisis. She emphasizes the importance of firsthand research and the impact of their testimonies on lawmakers, focusing on issues like child exploitation, organ trafficking, and the need for action from the incoming administration.
<Border and Trafficking Concerns:
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