In the book 'Two Trains Running' By August Wilson discuss the theme of Masculinity and how it is defined and revealed

I think it is black masculinity that is explored. Various religious and political organizations, which are tied loosely or explicitly to institutions such as the Nation of Islam or figures such as Malcolm X, provide a way of rallying and organizing as a community. Sterling repeats black power slogans, and other characters believe or participate in African American community initiatives to some degree. Even Memphis comes by the end of the play to feel affectionate towards Hambone, a symbol of unwavering resistance to white exploitation. All of the characters are skeptical about the effectiveness of individual organizations and movements, however, and none seems to find any direct benefits from them.