i would also like us to be mindful as to not paint the orgs. or its members w/the same brush. having grown up in J&J, gone to Spelman, "pledged" AKA, and chartering a chapter of The Links, Incorporated, what you all see isn't exactly what's real. everyone in these groups isn't rich/wealthy (i'm sure as heck not), or oh-so-connected, well-known, etc. the common thread is is that people wanted it (and not even w/the same desire, mind you). these folks did what was necessary to join whether they worked hard or little or paid a lot or a little. these groups do have members that weren't looked upon years ago so things have changed. apparently, perceptions haven't but that's understandable.
so, i thought i'd share and i do find this thread interesting as well
