provide an example of racism towards aminata

“Some say that I was once uncommonly beautiful, but I wouldn’t wish beauty on any woman who has not her own freedom, and who chooses not the hands that claim her.”

Aminata

To Aminata, physical beauty is more of a curse than a blessing. Her masters desire her for her beauty, and it brings nothing but pain to her. Her first master rapes her as punishment for her many suitors. And it's not the only time. Her good looks make her a liability and call attention to her when anonymity would benefit her far better.