AP Stylebook and use of ‘prostitutes’

I queried AP Stylebook’s editor a few days ago about whether it’s preferred to discontinue “prostitute” in favor of “sex worker” or “escort.” Below is a screenshot of the response I received today. How do you think the AP should decide?

See my original post on this issue.

Screenshot of AP Stylebook online editor's response to this query of mine: A number of stories about the Long Island Serial Killer investigation describe victims as 'escorts' or 'sex workers.' Has 'prostitute' jumped on the euphemism treadmill? AP's response: We're discussing.

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