Fights between groups claiming to be authentic representatives of the black community are nothing new.

Whereas Erbakan was a flashy dresser and and an autocratic figure, Erdogan styled himself as an authentic representative of the masses.

"We pray for true negotiations between the authentic representatives of both Israelis and Palestinians," he said.

The fact that he is an authentic representative and not a poser has only helped bolster his notoriety.

The members of the Djemaa often had status within tribes, but were not necessarily considered authentic representatives by the tribe membership.

Black militants said the N.A.A.C.P. was not the authentic representative of the black masses.

And you can't understand this rising global movement if you don't meet its authentic representatives.

Welcoming the Lake Country community into our church and lives by being authentic representative of Jesus Christ.

"I think he represents four million Palestinians" he said, "and with all that is good and bad in him, that he is their authentic representative."

They are seen by nonsurfers as authentic representatives of the surfing life - but not so authentic they cannot be embraced by marketers and celebrities.