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In reply to the discussion: Advice to white people during this momentous time in our history [View all]
jmbar2
(5,989 posts)98. That's one of the reasons I think this is such a unique moment in American history
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I don't really think the most important role of white Democrats in supporting Kamala's election
Scrivener7
Jul 2024
#5
It's unserious. Have we ever told people how to behave with respect to male candidates' fraternities?
Scrivener7
Jul 2024
#8
There are some pretty big differences between Black and white Greek organizations and it's not a bad idea to know them.
WhiskeyGrinder
Jul 2024
#13
That's great. And that happened without people knowing their inner etiquette.
Scrivener7
Jul 2024
#24
well said! and in response to another post that elevated the discussion! -(nt)-
stopdiggin
Jul 2024
#161
LOL. Those are the guys who run the country -- so we've been told all about Skull&Bones...
Hekate
Jul 2024
#116
Its always a good time to learn new things, but teaching more ways to undo embracing diversity is not one of them, imo.
msfiddlestix
Jul 2024
#216
Just be careful how you introduce these organizations when you tack it on to Kamala Harris's success.
Baitball Blogger
Jul 2024
#53
From what I can tell, as an outsider and new to learning about this cultural phenomenon,
jmbar2
Jul 2024
#50
FYI: Members of Black Greek organizations were NOT prevented for so long from achieving recognition and success.
brush
Jul 2024
#160
One thing to know, pls don't refer to Black people as "blacks", it's offensive, how trump refers to Black people.
brush
Jul 2024
#195
I get that you have no respect for the people whose lives and culture we white folks have been stealing
Ms. Toad
Jul 2024
#130
Topic comes up in traditional music as well. Appropriation of Slave music white people are not entitled to play or sing.
msfiddlestix
Jul 2024
#211
If I suddenly feel compelled to join a sorority this will be invaluable information.
BannonsLiver
Jul 2024
#12
I just heard Kamala, herself, use the term "sisters" for fellow sorority members.
Goodheart
Jul 2024
#95
Aside from using the term sister, the rest of it fits with my personal experience.
Ms. Toad
Jul 2024
#115
Respecting the culture of others, and autonomy over that culture, is a progressive value, last I checked. n/t
Ms. Toad
Jul 2024
#124
Ok, I clearly have a blind spot somewhere in here, but I can't figure out where it is and I need help...
Trueblue Texan
Jul 2024
#30
Maybe if she had used the words "info for all" instead of "advice for whites"
Goodheart
Jul 2024
#97
Greek collegiate organizations of any kind are personally kind of strange to me in general.
Tommy Carcetti
Jul 2024
#47
Is this really necessary ? Most white women supporting her are going to be younger ones
JI7
Jul 2024
#58
Good advice. They are celebrating their sorority and the Vice President's membership therein.
Gore1FL
Jul 2024
#74
This is a good example how we can lose this election. Let's focus on us, not me.
jalan48
Jul 2024
#83
That's one of the reasons I think this is such a unique moment in American history
jmbar2
Jul 2024
#98
I think you meant to say, "rich people can join anything they want "
questionseverything
Jul 2024
#143
Isn't a huge point of the Greek system (everyone's okay with appropriating that title btw from the actual Greeks ;-) )
AkFemDem
Jul 2024
#189
I've been doing that for a while. This is what has been desperately needed for a long time.
onecaliberal
Jul 2024
#104
I had no idea & am very grateful for this well-presented info! I have no background in sororities...
Hekate
Jul 2024
#110
This sort of discourse will not help Kamala's election. I respectfully suggest Greek association is irrelevant.
jaxexpat
Jul 2024
#121
"Every fissure in our house is their pleasure..." Absolutely AGREE. And is it my imagination
B.See
Jul 2024
#177
Wow! Thank you for that. I never knew any of this and feel glad that I now do.
Stinky The Clown
Jul 2024
#149
Don't do this and don't do that. Don't Join in, Don't show your Support, 'don't wear these colors
msfiddlestix
Jul 2024
#209