The Challenge Continues

We extend best wishes to the new administration and hope that collectively the leadership of each region will work diligently to restore and maintain the integrity of the organization. Well-thinking, fair-minded members want their leaders to be honest and transparent as well as to listen to the members and keep them informed. As a member driven organization, greater respect and credence must be extended to all. No group is immune to problems however, when problems arise, they must be confronted and dealt with to avoid the “recurring decimal” effect on the organization. To that end, eight plaintiffs and Mrs. Julia Brogdon Purnell have been working hard to unearth the financial malfeasance and nonfeasance of the previous administration so that the membership can address the matter and put in place safeguards to prevent such actions in the future.

In spite of all the dilatory tactics of the previous administration and its legal advisors, Mrs. Julia Purnell and Attorney Ruth Major have triumphed in court in forcing the opening of the Sorority’s financial books and records. It has not been an easy task by any stretch of the imagination but it was done because of Mrs. Purnell’s steadfast belief in transparency, the members’ right to know what is happening with the organization’s funds and your financial support that enabled her to retain Attorney Major.

This much maligned website has allowed you to review documents and get important information about what was accomplished through persistence, faith in the power of prayer and your financial support. You have been kept abreast of the pending lawsuits against the previous administration, as well as the meritless suit that was filed against a member in retaliation. When a person’s right to freedom of expression is suppressed, there has to be an alternative means of communication that gives one the opportunity to ask questions and share information. You should be proud of all who have stepped up to take the organization back in spite of intimidation and threats. The First Amendment of the USA Constitution guarantees every individual in this country the right to voice his or her opinion, and freedom of expression.

Keep in mind that you still have the power of the internet to reach and inform members around the world. Let’s use this vehicle to your advantage by soliciting friends, neighbors and relatives for contributions to fund this cause. Mrs. Julia Brogdon Purnell has fearlessly stepped to the plate in spite of the fact that some of her fellow former presidents have rejected her and her efforts to bring this great sorority back to its founding principles. All members are needed, active and inactive, to do whatever they can to let the Leadership know that they do not support or accept the manner in which Mrs. Purnell has been denied access to the financial books and records even after the court ruled in her favor. Members have a right to know how their dues and other funds raised in the name of the sorority are spent.

This is where the rubber meets the road. Mrs. Purnell and the eight plaintiffs have committed their personal, professional and financial resources to bring this awareness to this point. They now need everyone who visits this site to make a generous contribution to pay the auditors to review the books on Mrs. Purnell’s behalf so that she can provide the membership with a comprehensive report on the fiscal affairs of the previous administration. The sorority continues to spend thousands of dollars for legal defense rather than complying fully with the court order to the point where the sorority was held in contempt of court. This is a case of David and Goliath and we are sure that with your financial support to pay Mrs. Purnell’s legal and auditor’s fees, “David” will be victorious. The goal is to raise $75,000 to accomplish the task at hand and you are asked to please donate $200.00 to assist this worthy cause. Make checks payable to Ruth I. Major, PC mailed to: 225W Washington Ave, Suite 2200, Chicago, Illinois 60606. Together we can stop the financial abuse of this great organization and its members.

DONATIONS TO MRS. PURNELL’S LEGAL FUND
Your generous donation to assist Mrs. Purnell with the audit and attorney fees is greatly appreciated. Everyone who supports financial accountability and transparency is proud of what she is doing. Please send a donation today payable to:

Ruth I. Major, PC
225W Washington Ave, Suite 2200
Chicago, Illinois 60606

The goal is to raise $75,000.00 for the attorney and auditor fees.
AMOUNT TO DATE BALANCE NEEDED
$26,064 $48,936

Make a Donation for the love of the organization
UPDATE ON CHICAGO COURT CASES
AKA appealed the decision of the trial court to allow Mrs. Purnell to view the books and records. They filed two motions that have been denied.
1.  A motion to expedite the appeal
2.  A motion to stay the trial court proceedings until the Appellate Court makes a ruling.
AKA continues to delay the review process. On July 27th instead of taking the review schedule to court as ordered by the judge, Charles Albert, the sorority attorney, asked the judge to give them time to review the credentials of the person whose name Attorney Major submitted as the agent to conduct the review. The judge granted the request and ordered them to return to court August 11th with the schedule to begin the review process.
On August 11th, Judge Riley was absent from court so a new date is set for next Wednesday, August 18th at 9:15 AM in Courtroom 2508 at the Daley Center.
The Appellate Court hearing is coming up soon. Please note that there are two actions taking place simultaneously. (Judge Riley’s order must be obeyed and the appeal that AKA filed is pending). The AKA Appellate brief is posted in the Media & Document section. As soon as Attorney Major completes her response, it will be posted. Please note that the appellate briefs are voluminous because of all the exhibits, therefore, the briefs are posted without the exhibits.
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THANKS AND APPRECIATION
Attorney Major expresses her gratitude and appreciation for the numerous cards, notes and letters of support she has been receiving for her client Mrs Purnell. She is also humbled by your expressed appreciation for the work she is doing to ensure that right prevails. She wants you to know that she will continue to give of her best on behalf of Mrs. Purnell and all members who support accountability and transparency.
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