This particular photo was a moment in space that redefined time. As I watched the elder from a distance at first because there are unsaid rules of "the Go-go" I admired his solitude, he reminded me of not only my uncles, cousin and older friends but of myself. The American flag draped behind his Burgundy and Gold hat, there he stood a lone wolf, dressed casually in his Redskin fatigue, fresh with wit and posture drinking and grooving In front of the police car, the native held two cups in his hand , another cultural sign while you're in the party. "IYKYK" This video and still image photo of this elder dancing is a testament not to the willingness and strength to fight and continue on with life but a nod to all of those and that has been lost in the process, like he's the only one left. The most certain and undeniable truth of this photo is that this is Washington DC, and this gentleman is an Emancipated Native at the Go-Go.
