Inaccurate "Famous" Fraternity Members

[ChaosDST]

I have the utmost respect for the Founders of ALL of our organizations. I think that there is a distinction b/w "famous" and "notable." When I think "famous," perhaps Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer----people in the entertainment and sports realms. When I think of "notable," I'm thinking of those movers and shakers in the political and education realms. That may be my own biases, but in my world, everyone plays a role. However, being on TV or throwing pigskin does not denote "notable" status----unless you're proactive (as opposed to merely proathlete) and socially conscious.
Now, I think some people expressed surprise that certain actors and so forth are members of certain organizations, NOT because of the organization's worth. I think that we sometimes do not imagine that some of these people even went to college, not to mention having pledged an organization.

Originally posted by rhapsody1922


Greetings everyone! I'm new on Greekchat and was checking out what my fellow Greeks had to say. But I agree w/ you CrimsonTide. I have the upmost respect for my seven founders. Women who peservered in at a white school in klan land! Who sought and education when it was hard to do as not only a black, but as a women.

But I'm curious. I've been laughing as I read some of the post. Why would someone be "shocked" that a certain individual who is deemed as being famous pledged a certain frat or sorority? ALL our organizations have great foundations and should be held w/ the upmost respect! Does someone think a certain organization is not "good enough" to hold these members of prestige and influence? Not trying to cause an arguement, just curious.

Please respond. I'm interested in an answer.
Peace and Blessings.

Rhapsody 1922
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