Child exploitation isn’t a political talking point — it’s a community responsibility - The Martha's Vineyard Times

Child exploitation isn’t a political talking point — it’s a community responsibility - The Martha's Vineyard Times

Every January, National Human Trafficking Prevention Month reminds us of the importance of learning how to identify, prevent, and respond to exploitation. It’s a lesson we need to carry with us throughout the year. Awareness matters. Education matters. But in recent months, as headlines increasingly focus on the sexual abuse of children, the conversation has also become deeply politicized. When an issue becomes a political talking point, it can …