By comparing Fareed Zakaria and Richard Rodriguez’s use of rhetoric and tone, it becomes evident that, while both employ their own techniques, Zakaria’s utilization is more effective due to his use of evidence and appeals to reason. Rodriguez often relies heavily on personal anecdotes and emotional appeals, limiting his arguments. His use of rhetoric connects with people of similar upbringing; he intends his work to relate to other Spanish-speaking Americans. Through a detailed analysis of their respective works and backgrounds, it becomes apparent that Zakaria’s approach not only enhances the credibility of his arguments, but also serves as a rapport for a much more varied group of people, playing well into his argument for diversity. Zakaria’s…show more content… This technique not only fosters a sense of intellectual partnership between the author and the reader but also enhances Zakaria's confidence in the strength of his arguments. As a result, Zakaria relies on the use of logos to support his claims. While he was discussing the consequences of technology, he stated “the dangers of nuclear war, the impact of economic growth on the environment, the moral dilemmas of cloning” (Chapter 5, page 70), three broad subjects with little to no personal input. This approach is indicative of Zakaria's commitment to presenting information objectively, drawing from primary sources and maintaining an unbiased perspective shaped by his limited experience in the liberal arts. Chapter five of In Defense of a Liberal Education is a showcase of Fareed Zakaria’s reliance on logos as he uses that form of rhetoric to highlight how knowledge can change the course of events in history. The writer sees knowledge as something that has always been pushing man ahead. Zakaria stresses its significance in bringing development not only to technological innovation but also to the quality of life in other
