>I see several problems with this radical approach. First, does the sin of the prostitute entitle her to die by AIDS? That is a very doubtful assumption. Similar for the clients. As you say, no compassion.
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>Second, and with regards to the reality aspect, if I were to sin with a prostitute, and catch AIDS, then who will suffer? (Hint: I am married, and have two children.)
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>I heard that Brasil was very successful in stemming the AIDS epidemic, through such controversial measures as distributing large amounts of condoms. It would seem that to Lula et. al., the welfare of the people are an important priority.

More important than the health of people is the self-proclaimed righteousness of a select group who are in favor of this position. Morality as defined by a powerful group is more important than the welfare of the world.