He harbors his own set of problems. Like most Native Americans today, Eugene is an alcoholic, and is unemployed. In addition, Eugene is uneducated and unable to read. Although Eugene holds these stereotypes, he has his own complexity. It is known commonly by his tribe that Eugene exhibits great talent in basketball, “"It's too bad you didn't get to play," Eugene said. "Your dad says you're getting pretty good." "Not as good as you," I said. Eugene was a legend. People say he could have played in college(Alexie, Pg 121).” In addition, it is known that despite his alcoholism, Eugene is an EMT for the tribe. Using his skills he is able to stitch Junior’s forehead without fail. Once again, it is shown by Alexie that stereotypes overshadow the true nature of an
He harbors his own set of problems. Like most Native Americans today, Eugene is an alcoholic, and is unemployed. In addition, Eugene is uneducated and unable to read. Although Eugene holds these stereotypes, he has his own complexity. It is known commonly by his tribe that Eugene exhibits great talent in basketball, “"It's too bad you didn't get to play," Eugene said. "Your dad says you're getting pretty good." "Not as good as you," I said. Eugene was a legend. People say he could have played in college(Alexie, Pg 121).” In addition, it is known that despite his alcoholism, Eugene is an EMT for the tribe. Using his skills he is able to stitch Junior’s forehead without fail. Once again, it is shown by Alexie that stereotypes overshadow the true nature of an