How does genre affect the delivery of universal ideas?
Genre usually affects the tone and the setting, meaning the way that things are presented changes to suit the specific needs of a genre.
All of the genres have advantages and disadvantages. A poem is effective in a way delivering the wanted message using few words, however it doesn't provide enough information for the reader. In this sense non-ficton would be a suitable choice, however non-fiction is not widespread enough like fiction. Indeed, all genres are important and they make an impact when used in its own place.