Point of View - David Denby

David Denby, writer for The New Yorker, writes from a critical point of view in the two articles I've chosen. Titled, The Three Faces of Trump and Do Teens Seriously read anymore?, Denby critiques Donald Trump's reoccurring notorious habits as a running politician and today's society's adolescents and the available books on the shelves appearing to be neglected. Both filled with laughs, Denby also utilizes syntax techniques to enhance his criticism in his articles.

Denby manipulates unique phrases and sentences throughout his columns more than enough and to spare, as it amplifies his personality incorporated into the piece. Through using sarcastic sentences, he actively mocks individuals for their faults in today's world. For instance writing, "Professional wrestling is scripted, and Trump is spontaneous and improvisatory" (Three Faces) Denby describes Trump in a beaming light, in contrast to later on, speaking of his infamous impulse to do BAD. And by bad, we mean derogatory comments in response to others' simple questions. This specific example of sarcasm, mocking Trump's boastfulness,   makes the criticism more enjoyable. Sarcasm is also evident in his other article, as he states "Of course, these kids are very busy. School, homework, sports, jobs, clothes, parents, brothers, sisters, half brothers, half sisters, friendships, love affairs.." (Do Teens Seriously) This specific sentence not only is SUPER annoying, it contains a running list of things and relationships. Relationships... Love affairs at age 13? This is undoubtedly an example of sarcasm because what child of a single digit year would have a love affair? Nonsense. This is ultimately just a list of bothersome categories to expand Denby's personality as he critiques the foolishness in which teens carry.