The construction of these images are commercialized and often deplete the receiver of the later consequences. Black masculinity, by constantly being presented in this superficial realm, is not without limitations. It is questioned in the realm of professionalism and thus carries a stigma on black males being unable to function in a world outside the so-called "ghetto". Instead of being able to recognize this image in the world of progress, it is welcomed in a world of ice-breaking entertainment. The result is that, there is a non-present image of the black, responsible, successful, and educated male who has a understanding of the world.
In his book We Real Cool, Bell Hook writes (page 2):"These negative images are created by white and black males; they help maintain white supremacist thinking".
Like Sarah Ahmed, Bell Hook is exploring the notion that fear has in creating borders that limit one group of people from permeable entrance (and exit) into other worlds.
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