IOTANET:
As usual, you are the epitome or erudition and maturity, and you are right when you say that these things are minor and relatively unimportant in the big scheme of things. However, on the level in which they exist, and in the context of this discussion, the point is, "Is APO being discriminated against by the NPHC in its use of appropriating definable NPHC characteristics when it is not the National Method of Operation by said Organization?"
Now, I cannot speak for individual yards or chapters, but I can speak in broad terms knowledgeably in regards to my organization. Omegas do not take kindly to APO referring to itself as "Que" when it has no basis to do so. Omegas find it as an affront to see APO's with Omega brands. Anyone in Gold Boots will be reminded of their "inapproriate fashion choice". Yes, Sigmas were once "Dogs" during the hell week portion of their pledge program, but they have never been known as "Dogs" as part of their fraternal culture. The NPHC "owns" nothing. But can other people be original? Is that too much to ask? Do you have to have a hand sign, call, stroll, step, just because you have 3 greek letters?. Again none of this is cause for violence or consternation, just fodder for discussion.
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