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...active supporter of Women Appealing for Change (WAC), I agree with you that a co-ed goal will not entirely eliminate the elitist nature of these clubs; however, it is an important step in the right direction. Co-ed membership will eliminate discrimination based on gender. That is a worthwhile goal in itself and like all reform, opens up the possibility for more changes in the future...
...seriously supposed to believe that the courageous young feminists of WAC have purely egalitarian motives? The movement for women (and more women) in final clubs apparently reflects this commitment. After all, as Francie Walton '94, a WAC organizer, explains: "This is the logical step toward ending elitism...
...WAC wants these perks; in their manifesto they cite "access to the support of club alumni" as a crucial advantage they are denied. Intent on joining the elite, their egalitarian rhetoric rings hollow...
...WAC and Radcliffe Union of Students officialsexpressed disappointment with the graduatecouncil's hesitation...
...obviously disappointed about the outcomeof all this," said WAC co-organizer Megan E.Colligan '95. "We commend the Fly members fortheir efforts, and we certainly hope that thegraduates will comply with the members' wishes...