How does the author of the editorial "It's Time for a Nation to Return the Favor" argue for his or her claim that the federal government should help
protect New Orleans?
A. By demonstrating that Congress does not live up to its
responsibilities.
B. By showing that all Americans benefit from what goes on in New
Orleans.
C. By explaining that New Orleans contains a lot of poor and elderly
people.
D. By pointing out that all American cities are dangerous places.