In the play, Fences by August Wilson, there are a number of issues that need to be addressed such as gender, sexualtiy, and economic class. However, the most important issue is racism. In this play, racism creates a wall between Troy and Cory. For example, Cory has the opportunity to be recruited by a football coach. But, when Troy finds out about this, Troy says “The white man ain't gonna let you get nowhere with that football noway." (1.3.78). Rather than supporting his son and wishing him the best, Troy immediately shuts down the idea of being recruited by a football coach because of racism in America. This then creates a wall between the two characters, thus forming one of the conflicts in the play. Another example of racism in this play
