Discussion - Reader Response-David Brooks

HYPERLINK "https://barry.instructure.com/courses/1590521/discussion_topics/7658127?module_item_id=16807500" Collapse SubdiscussionKristal ThomasKristal ThomasTuesdaySep 24 at 11:05pmManage Discussion Entry1. My initial reaction to Brook's opening statement was agreement. Stating an unpopular opinion will be likely to surprise many readers, compelling them to continue reading in an effort to discover why the author made the statement, increasing their interest in the writing. Some readers may decide to discontinue reading because the statement challenges their viewpoint and values.My opinion is unaffected by Brook's evidence because I largely agreed with his statement. I have observed many interactions and viewpoints that support the author's claim about diversity, and it is common to see people in self-selected groups at social gatherings. Brooks supports his assertion with evidence from studies, neighborhood and university consensuses, marketing research, and the media. I believe that Brooks supports his assertion well by providing plenty of supporting evidence through the various sources listed above.2. A primary advantage of exclusive groups is having support and validation for the group's values, creating a comfortable and stable environment. If Americans were truly integrated, individuality may be lost in favor of collective values and anyone labeled an outlier may face discrimination.Segregation creates a fear of opposing lifestyles, beliefs, and characteristics like