Anti-intellectual sentiments are prevalent in various aspects of American culture, manifesting in numerous ways. One notable example may be seen in the reluctance to draft college players, which reflects a broader skepticism of intellectualism and formal education. This resistance highlights an underlying tension between traditional values and contemporary advancements.

Bill James, in Michael Lewis's "Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game," illustrates how this attitude can influence decision-making in sports. The dismissal of educated strategies in favor of instinctive approaches underscores the challenges faced by those advocating for data-driven methodologies in environments often dominated by conventional thinking.