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Originally Posted by SWTXBelle
One reason so many of us find it offensive is the marrying of the term "sorority" with "prostitute".As we all know, just because you are Greek does not mean you are sexually promiscuous. (And it sure doesn't mean you are having sex for money) If nothing else, maybe all this discussion will have people thinking about the words they use and the impact they can have. If you are joking around with your friends and tossing this word around and are overheard by non-greeks, you shouldn't be surprised to find they continue to believe the stereotypes.
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I have read this entire thread, and this quote sums up my views perfectly. I don't care if it has become acceptable to some, it is still the combination of sorority and prostitute.
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