As we look to adding memberships to private clubs according to gender, perhaps we should look at existing parity.

The Augusta National Golf Club, with a male membership, is on Washington Road. Augusta Country Club, with mixed membership, is on Milledge Road, abutting the Augusta National. The Augusta Woman's Club, with a female membership, also is on Milledge Road.

It would appear that one club holds a golf tournament once a year exclusive to males, while another club holds bridge tournaments throughout the year exclusive to women, and the community has a club open to both located approximately halfway between the two.

And there is a controversy? Give me a break!

Gordon Britt, Augusta