As Eric said, there can be a huge difference among Locals.
Remember, at one time LXA was a Local!
Remember also, if said Locals were following the Regulations and Rules set down by Greeks as a whole and The College then there is a big difference.
But, as We have seen, many times, there is no real control of some and when A Local causes a problem, then We as Greeks also pay.
Several Schools, (Alfred in NY is a prime example) A:: Greels were kicked off of campus and the school.
So being a Local is not a no no, as I started a Local and Affiliated with LXA.
While as a Local they maybe very close, but upon Graduation, then what? Do they have the contacts and closeness of all of us on GC and other areas? Can they call on their members as we can?
Oh Yes, there is a big difference, but I dont look down My nose at them. We too were once a Local!