[SWTXBelle]

I have had personal experience with the D9 being "too good" to do anything with the NPC/NIC. My alumnae panhellenic has tried to include BGLOs - but to no avail. It is this sort of attitude that is keeping Greeks from uniting.
You will look in vain for any discriminatory language in my sorority's constitution or bylaws - from the time of our founding onwards. I see plenty of minority Gamma Phis - so I can't buy your argument about discrimination. In fact, it is my understanding that we were the first NPC to pledge a black at the University of Alabama. Does it still exist in places? I'm sure it does - but it is not sanctioned by the International Org., and I think hearts and minds are becoming more loving and open as time goes by.
I also know that my sisters and NPC cousins have done incredible things in the area of philanthropy - so Pretty Boy, you really have no reason to say that once we are your equals in social programs you will talk to us. I give all kinds of credit to the D9 for what they have acomplished - why can't you do the same for NPC/NIC?
It is possible for our GLOS to be different, yet unite in presenting ourselves as forward thinking, progressive organizations dedicated to personal and societal improvement. But it's not going to happen with the kind of criticism you have chosen to indulge in. No, KKG is not going to be able to step as well as an organization that does it on a regular basis, and that has a tradition it has preserved over the years. But does that mean you should insult them when they try to participate in something that means a great deal to BGLOs? Having learned how difficult it is, don't you think that the KKG members will have respect for the skills demonstrated by the BGLOs?
It is a given they will not be on the level of the D9 - I like Drolefille's minor/major league analogy. But can't you give them a break, Pretty Boy? I honestly believe that the only way Greeks can continue is to present a united front - that all of us are worthwhile, whatever our individual differences. I think any activity that encourages participation from the BGLO and traditionally WGLO is a good thing. Heck, if you want to laugh at NPC ineptitude at stepping, go ahead. Just don't be mean and hateful about it.
eta - I'm with y'all about the slang and "attitude". That's not good . . .but my main point still stands.