How Craigslist Has Changed New York

"Being a Pimpless Escort Became a Snap
Once dependent on small, expensive ads in the back of certain local newspapers and magazines, erotic-service workers like Jason—whose post reads “hot hung very tough horseman from texas”—love Craigslist. They can post more pictures on it, for one—but the anonymity factor also works to their advantage. “And it’s free.” A “sensational, sensual, erotic, busty blonde,” who gives “a ‘real’ massage with lots of sensual, erotic, and sexual teasing,” adds, “At one point, New York Magazine was the only place that you could really advertise under ‘erotic services,’ but you guys raised your prices so much, it became ridiculous. Now Craigslist is the way to go.”" (more at link)

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