The article does not quote Jerome Washington's speech in its entirety. But if it did, which statement would serve as the most effective conclusion to Mr. Washington's plea?
A)
Please allow the builders to build this strip mall because it will really help
my business a lot.
B)
If you allow these builders to build this strip mall, then I know things will
get better for me, at least.
C)
Whatever you do, ladies and gentleman, do not allow this corporate
monstrosity to be built near hard-working small businesses.
This strip mall will not only help me, ladies and gentlemen, but help all
other struggling businesses in this difficult economy.
D)