"Why Men Fail" Analysis- Busche

Bradyn Busche Tuesday, October 9, 2012 Dawn Diprince In the opinions addressed by David Brooks, New York Times columnist, he states agreements and disagreements with the opinions put forth by the author of “The End of Man.” He agrees with the idea that men are falling behind in the world yet disagrees with as to why. He states statistics such as only 40% about of bachelor degrees go to man along with 40% masters degrees, he also states that in 1954, 96% of the American men between the ages of 25 and 54 worked. Today, that number is down to 80%. Brooke also states that many believe in the theory that the information age economy rewards traits that women are more likely to possess. I for one agree with Brooke’s statements due to the fact he backs is statements with credibility, statistics, and information to support his cause. He states where he studied, at the national Federation of Independent business, what makes him credible, and uses proper diction to create an atmosphere that allows the audience to connect to the subject and make the reading appeal to the audience in a stronger way. Brooke’s, to me, created a more valid argument, had more credible sources, and stated his opinion more clearly and directly than the author of “The End of Man.” He created an atmosphere of informing the reader, not just lecturing him, and all in all made a great article that I learned much from. Thank you for reading.