“The men began reaching out to touch her. I could see their beefy fingers sink into her soft flesh.” The black men are reproached for watching the stripper, which is not permitted during this time. This left the men no option and serves as a reminder to the black community that the white has control. However, she is also viewed by the white men in the same manner the black’s men were viewed in, less than a person. The dancer has another symbolism which is the American flag tattoo upon her belly her thighs. The tattoo represents the American dream of freedom, liberty and equality. This symbolizes the freedom African American could have, but still fighting for it. She stood as perfect American white women, something a black man could
