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First, let me say I did introduce myself on the new member thread. I pledged in 1986. I was active in 1987 and the new time I was active was maybe 2000. I go between being active and inactive for various reasons. I think all of the African American organizations including the NAACP and black greek organizations are dealing with how to attract members, but more importantly, how to keep members. Most of these organizations did not change with the times. There are still battles to fight, still afronts to our very being, but many of these organizations have not been appealing to the African American masses since the Civil Rights Movement. Brothers are not active for a variety of reasons. Some will never be active again. Some just need to right re-introduction. I am currently active with Beta Psi Lambda in Los Angeles and it is an adventure. I do agree that we should try reclamation over new membership, but we need to advance our thinking past the "old school." For example, what would you say to your favorite grammar school teacher who is now teaching your son with the exact same lessons, books, materials, etc. that she taught you with?
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