Which sentence would best add commentary to this paragraph?
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Read the paragraph from a student's rhetorical analysis
essay.
At the end of his address on Syria, Obama encourages
all Americans to support military action against Syria. He
acknowledges America's role as "the anchor of global
security." He then asks people of all political parties,
"members of Congress and those of you watching at
home tonight," to consider the disturbing images from
Syria. He uses a rhetorical question to ask what would
happen if Americans chose to ignore this horrible
violation of international law.
O Obama voices his belief that the United States can
stop atrocities without incurring too much risk.
O Obama ends the speech by stating that the US needs
to respond to the violation of international law to
maintain power.
O By reminding the audience that the US has had a
central role in keeping the world secure, Obama
builds support to maintain peace.
O By naming the different groups he hopes to persuade,
Obama builds pressure to support military action and
create a unified response to the atrocities.