Adam Crudele is a columnist from the New York Times who tends towards more political and economic pieces, and how certain events in America could affect big businesses as well as the common people. Many of his pieces are criticizing policies or people in government as well as discussing problems inherent in American society like drugs and crime. While most of his articles have to do with politics, American society, or problems rampant in New York or other areas, Crudele also writes some slice-of-life pieces as well. One of his most recent pieces, titled "Don't be A Jerk - give your waiter a good tip," covers why tipping waiters is still necessary even though they're gotten a pay raise and generally make more than they used to. Crudele also has a running series called "Dear John:" where readers send in questions in an attempt to have Crudele give his opinions on whatever subject the reader is sending in. The "Don't Be A Jerk" piece from before falls withing this category, as do multiple other of his most recent pieces, like "Pedophiles have no place in social media" and "The Fed needs to do somethin gwith its bond holdings." Crudele's pieces are likely geared toward an older audience, whether it be parents, college students, or retirees. The political nature of his pieces would tend to not appeal to anyone who is much younger than a college student. The purpose for his pieces is likely to persuade his readers on the questions they ask, and make them convert to align with his point of view. As he tends towards political pieces, most of his writing has a serious tone to it. On his less serious pieces, he has a more laid back, friendly yet objective tone, as many of his pieces are based on his opinions.