America Needs Its Nerds Summary

One would think that it is better to be all brains than all brawn, but contrary it is the exact opposite. In “ America Needs Its Nerds”, by Leonid Fridman, Fridman goes over the unfortunate reality of “nerds” being overshadowed by athletes or anyone with great physical capabilities. Fridman analyzes how the United States, a country who desire to be top in academics, would praise “jocks” and not give proper recognition to “geeks”. The author With rhetorical questions, the consistent use of metaphors, and appeals to ethos, Fridman manages to develop his argument by mentioning the ostracization of intellectuals instead of praising them.
The use of rhetorical questions emphasized the awareness of the ostracization of intellectuals. Throughout the