I belonged to a social organization that, when I nominated for membership a person of color, showed its true colors of racism and exclusivity. I quit, and I did not do it quietly.
I’ve never seen such close-minded ness. I’ve never heard so many euphamisms for racism. I have never seen people so justified in doing something that is wrong and pretending that it is not.
I have had social repercussions and was called a troublemaker. Was it worth it? You bet. I stood up for my beliefs and don’t belong to a group that embraces things I believe to be wrong.
Of course, there is a group of older southern ladies who seem to dislike me and make life a little difficult in my neighborhood because of it, but I have never been more proud of my actions.