Harlem Cowboy Response

In the story Harlem Cowboy, a comedian visits a small town in Oregon. On his visit, he is out of his element regarding his race, but he still enjoys himself. He discovers that the stereotypes he believed about country people weren't true; and they also learned the same about him. He experienced how kind and caring they were when he visited during 9/11. The town was so concerned for him and his family that they shut down the rodeo, until he could get in contact with his family back in New York. He now visits every year, and considers them family.