Discogoddess, if I gave you the perception that I was personally offended and upset by your comments then perhaps my words were a bit to strong or persuasive.
I was not personally offended. I was offended in the general sense of whenever I hear someone say something that I heartfelt disagree with.
My comments were directed toward you because in your previous comments you quoted me and so they were in large part directed to me. I responded or referred to you as a result of that but my message is public and is addressed to everyone in general. I of course know that you do not speak officially for ALpha KAppa Alpha and in no way meant to insinuate that..I mean that is obvious or I would not be in this organization.
In regards to the issue about men, that was addressed to the public in general and though someone pointed out that a soror I believe mentioned that she thought the same standards should apply to men. I wanted to make a point that there would never be a heated discussion about this issue if it came to men because this society holds a higher standard to women than to men when it comes to sexual promiscuity. Women more often then not bear the consequences and "shame" for such actions not men. It is also interesting to note that some fraterntites wear as a badge of honor their ability to be "ladies men"
You must also understand that I am a law student and so I love to debate and argue especially about things I feel passionate about.
In regards to sorors having debates it seems like whenever we get a heated discussion on the board people get uncomfortable with it. I think that as long as sorors are civil and are carrying on a mature conversation then debate is healthy. Though we all wear the same colors and made the same pledge it does not mean we speak and think uniformly, we are still individuals and I think it is fine for prospectives and the public at large to see that.
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