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November 26, 2023 MILLION KIDS EXPLOITED - THANKFUL, GRATEFUL, BLESSED
Holidays are important in our lives. It is a time
of assessment, a time to look around us and realize all that we know and love and how much people mean to us. For some, it is a time of seriousness as we miss those that are no longer in our lives. We take stock of what is important
and what we would like to change.
Gratitude is one of the most powerful anecdotes to stress and fear. It is the expression of appreciation for what one has. Not necessarily for what we “possess” but rather a recognition that God has blessed us greatly far beyond what we deserve.
One of the most important values parents and grandparents can instill in their children is the gift of gratitude.
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51min
November 24, 2023 MILLION KIDS EXPLOITED - WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE BEING BLACKMAILED, CATFISHED, OR SEDUCED ONLINE
Sometimes I hear people say the world is becoming a scary
place. Working in a world where we combat sex trafficking and social media exploitation, I could not agree
more. The Federal Trade Commission states that older adults (55-64 yrs. old) lost nearly $139 million in romance scams in 2020.

Almost daily we hear new dire warnings about protecting
ourselves from “deep fakes” created by global predators using AI -artificial intelligence, to alter the image or voice or online content to blackmail and extort innocent individuals all around the world, as technology progresses it is critical to educate our kids (and our parents) about how foreign national criminal organizations will use AI to exploit young and old alike.

What to do if you think you are being blackmailed.

Agree on a family code word so you can verify it is who you
think you are reporting to.
Block the app or online access and stop all communication.
Do not alert the potential predator you are going to report
it.
Do not delete the photos or videos. If possible, screen shot them.
Even if the images are embarrassing or incriminating, it is
important to save them.
Never pay blackmail money as you will never HAVE enough money to appease them.
Never send money to someone you met online, no matter how
legitimate it sounds.
Change all your passwords immediately.
Do not accept emails or text messages from someone you don’t know.
Predators have many personas, email addresses, and ways to
impersonate others.
Never click on a link or attachment from someone you don’t
know.
Do not send more photos, as the predator will insist on more
incriminating materials.
Go immediately to law enforcement and ask to open a report.
Get counseling for yourself and if appropriate other family
members including children.
Tell another person what is happening and where you are at
all times.
Take extra precautions for your own personal safety.
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51min
November 05, 2023 Million Kids Exploited - THE IMPACT OF SB 357 CALIFORNIA SAFER STREETS ACT
WARNING:
THE FOLLOWING LINKS CONTAIN DISTURBING MATERIAL AND SHOULD ONLY BE VIEWED BYADULTS.
MILLION KIDS SAYS THIS IS THE “PERFECT STORM” FOR HUMAN EXPLOITATION.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2Nb30xZyMg Prostitution in National City

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1Y8zVE7Yns
PROSTITUTION IN LOS ANGELES
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A91O7DtxXVc
Prostitution in Salinas, California

History of SB 357, what it is and what it was represented
as:

Understanding the difference between commercial sex and
victims of sex trafficking.
Any attempt to repeal it will be met with strong opposition
– Senator Weiner.

Problem when combined with an open border:
Asian Brothels
Hispanic Brothels
U.S. Women being brought in from out of the area.
Our kids being recruited by gangs who are connected to
cartels.
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51min
November 05, 2023 Million Kids Exploited - When a Child Goes Missing
According to the California Attorney General’s Office there
were on average 450 missing children in Riverside County last year. There are many factors on why teens run away from home including online enticement, bullying, family conflict, pregnancy, to be with a friend or romantic interest, gang involvement, sexual abuse, or lack of acceptance of gender identity or sexual orientation. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children states that 77% of runaways were between 15-17 years old.
For over ten years, Million Kids has operated Million Kids
Missing Kids. This service is designed to assist law enforcement and support
families in the first critical hours when a child goes missing. We have sent out millions of flyers and been involved in helping the family locate the victim and in some cases, bringing the child home. This weekend was one of those situations as we assisted a family in another state to help law enforcement to locate and rescue a young lady who went missing.
Your generous donations make this possible and we thank
you.
This week we will talk about why kids leave home and what
needs to be done immediately to enlist the publics help in locating your child.
Additionally we will talk about just how well you know your child and how to create a social media contract that will help keep your kids safe online so they will not be tempted to meet up with a stranger they met online.
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51min
October 21, 2023 MILLION KIDS EXPLOITED - HAVING THOSE TOUGH CONVERSATIONS ABOUT VALUES WITH YOUR TEEN
If you asked your child to name five life values that are important to them, would they be able to do it? What about yourself?

As a parent, you don’t have to have all the answers, but there is nothing more insightful than an open discussion with your child about what they believe in. Someone once told me that if you
don’t stand for something, you will fall for anything.
As the world seems in historical turmoil about decency, atrocities, and justice, it is a great time for parents to have open and honest discussions about what they believe in. Our world is changing fast and most of the day our kids are influenced online, in schools and through media about so many things that families used to hold sacred.
Right and Wrong have not changed, but it certainly has been “repositioned” by millions of individuals we have never met. More than ever, it is important for parents to have clear goals for parenting and developing a strategy that will provide valuable input about old fashioned v0alues like honesty, justice, and empathy, whether it is in person, or online.
Your child’s future is at stake.
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51min
October 20, 2023 MILLION KIDS EXPLOITED - THE IMPACT OF OPEN BORDERS ON HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Our hearts bled at the sights and scenes taking place in
Israel. Nearly every news outlet immediately questioned how Israel could be so caught off guard. Only time will tell and history will decide what the contributing factors were. But we do know that many of the enemy attacked from INSIDE of Israel supporting the attack that took place outside the borders. And that allowed quick and easy access to over 1000 victims.
Watching these scenes unfold, many news outlets turned their
attention to the issues related to the U.S. and their open borders.
During this week's show Opal talks about how individuals who have negotiated an illegal entry into the U.S. are in danger of being trafficked on U.S. soil. So many of us believe that as long as individuals get across the border they are safe. The reality is that human trafficking, both sex and labor trafficking takes place to the most vulnerable INSIDE the borders and on U.S. soil.
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51min
October 09, 2023 MILLION KIDS EXPLOITED - WHEN A CHILD GOES MISSING
According to the California Attorney General’s Office there
were on average 450 missing children in Riverside County last year. There are
many factors on why teens run away from home including online enticement,
bullying, family conflict, pregnancy, to be with a friend or romantic interest,
gang involvement, sexual abuse, or lack of acceptance of gender identity or
sexual orientation. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
states that 77% of runaways were between 15-17 years old.
For over ten years, Million Kids has operated Million Kids
Missing Kids. This service is designed to assist law enforcement and support
families in the first critical hours when a child goes missing. We have sent
out millions of flyers and been involved in helping the family locate the
victim and in some cases, bringing the child home. This weekend was one of
those situations as we assisted a family in another state to help law
enforcement to locate and rescue a young lady who went missing.
Your generous donations make this possible and we thank
you.
This week we will talk about why kids leave home and what
needs to be done immediately to enlist the publics help in locating your child.
Additionally we will talk about just how well you know your child and how to
create a social media contract that will help keep your kids safe online so
they will not be tempted to meet up with a stranger they met online.

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51min
October 02, 2023 MILLION KIDS EXPLOITED - COMBATING HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND CHILD SEX CRIMES
STING IN MORENO VALLEY
On September 20,
2023, the Moreno Valley Sheriff’s Station Problem Oriented Policing (POP) and
Gang teams, along with the Riverside County Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force
(RCAHT) conducted a comprehensive “John” prostitution sting in an effort to
reduce the demand for sex trafficking in the city of Moreno Valley. The
operation resulted in 14 arrests, 11 males for solicitation of prostitution, 2
females for prostitution, and one additional male for pimping. The females were
later identified as potential victims of human trafficking and provided victim
services and resources.

SB14 SIGNED INTO LAW BY GOVERNOR NEWSOM
This bill has had it's challenges but in the end, our community,
our families and especially our children are much safer today. SB 14 will
include human trafficking of a minor within the definition of a serious felony,
enhancing the punishment for felonies pursuant to existing sentencing
provisions commonly known as the Three Strikes Law.

ASHTON KUTCHER STEPS DOWN AS BOARD CHAIR OF THORN:
Ashton resigned as Chairman of the Board of Thorn along with his
wife Mila Kunis. This was the result of outrage over the couples support
for Danny Masterson, their friend, who was convicted of raping two women.
Certainly, we understand the issue especially for victims of violent sex crimes
since Million Kids has spent the last 15 years in prevention and intervention
related to all sex crimes.

However, Million Kids wants to recognize the incredible
contribution that Thorn has made over the past few years in supporting the
development of technologies like Spotlight and generously sharing that
technology with law enforcement across the nation. Because of their
commitment to funding of this technology, thousands of young people around the
world have been identified as victims or potential victims of online sex
crimes. This technology has allowed law enforcement to quickly locate potential
pedophiles and provide the information that helps sex crimes investigations to
be successful in an expedient manner in getting the bad guy off the street and
help bring critical assistance to victims. We are grateful for the
contribution Ashton and Mila have made.
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51min
October 02, 2023 MILLION KIDS EXPLOITED - WHEN EVERYTHING FEELS OUT OF CONTROL
I recently returned from vacation in Scotland and Ireland.
Such beautiful countries with lots of open spaces and sheep and cows and
homemade cheese and mile upon mile of green grass, rolling hills and beautiful
seaport villages. The people seem to live a simple life with wonderful
hospitality, and old fashioned friendship. It was delightful.

Immediately upon my return I was blasted with stories of how there
are more than 75,000 homeless people in Los Angeles County. During my
trip back from LAX we encountered trash in the streets, drug addicts sleeping
on the sidewalks and graffiti seemingly on every unoccupied space.

We read about how teenagers create "swarms" and go into
Nordstrom's or invade convenience stores and steal and demolish anything they
choose. I wonder what in their background or upbringing makes them feel
that these actions are OK?

The headlines today on Fox News showed that more than 8 million
people have crossed the border illegally in the past three years and now there
are large caravans of people moving across the Rio Grande en mass.
Today's story focused on more than 2500 people charging through the border
together at Eagles Pass (only 1 entry at the border and there are many) and it
simply overwhelmed any security personnel that might be able to demand
order. I wondered: What if 10% of those individuals were connected to
organized crime? That means more than 800,000 potential criminal elements
have entered our country in the past three years and we dont know who they are
or how to protect ourselves against them. I could not help but notice
that while there are many women and children a large number of those coming in
without documentation are military aged males.

Million Kids is a non profit organization that combats human
exploitation and fights to keep kids safe from predators. Anyone who owes
money to organized crime, are not safe, even if they are on U.S. Soil. Homeless
people (especially women) are especially vulnerable to being exploited.
The challenge to assist the vulnerable is sometimes overwhelming.

During this weeks show, we discuss the need for families and young
people to get back to the basics. To have joint discussions about
personal values and what we believe. When everything feels like it is out
of control, we start at home by defining our values and standing up for what is
right and doing our best to help others.
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51min
October 02, 2023 MILLION KIDS EXPLOITED - TEACHING KIDS TO LIVE IN AN UNFAIR WORLD
This is a fast changing world and sometimes, at least to me
(Opal) it seems like everything is upside down.
We are witnessing corruption in this country at the very
highest level through the media. Is it
true? How can anyone know?
I remember an America where we could “be all we could
be”. That we are proud to take the high
road, and if you committed a crime, there were consequences.
How does ANYONE know what to believe?
How do we teach our children that they have to obey MOST
rules, but they don’t have to obey rules that others say are not fair. Who gets to decide?
Daily we witness literally thousands of people from all
over the world enter our country without documentation and the majority are
paying cartels (organized crime) to get in.
We have no idea who they are, what their intents are, and if they will
respect and abide by our laws, since they have already been told by our
politicians that we welcome them, even if they are breaking a federal law.
What about the people who came in legally and made the
sacrifices to become US citizens?
We see how AI is used to make deep fakes where totally
innocent kids are subjected to ridicule and rejection when the child is
perfectly innocent, in fact, they are a victim.
At the same time, we see, overseas telemarketing organization trick and
blackmail our kids and now many of the young males are taking their own
lives.
There seems to be a different standard for just about
everything, depending on who is making the rules.
With that in mind, how do we teach our children about
fairness, honesty, justice, integrity, and doing what is right.
For me: I believe we are all better off taking the high
road.
For our kids: I
believe it is more critical than ever to teach our kids about integrity, pride
of self, doing what is right instead of what is easy. Even more important, we have to teach our
kids how to protect themselves, because it is obvious we cannot depend on
political leaders to set the example.

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