
Passage: The function of government is to meet the real needs of the people, and unless the government knows what those needs are, the government cannot meet those needs. Freedom of speech ensures that government officials hear such needs. Therefore, freedom of speech is essential to a healthy nation.
Question: Which of the followings, if true, does not weaken the above argument?
A. A.The people, in most cases, do not know what they really need.
B. B.Freedom of speech ultimately tends to disrupt social order, and good social order is a prerequisite for meeting the needs of the people.
C. C.The legitimate function of government is not to meet the needs of the people, but to provide equal opportunities to the people.
D. D.Freedom of speech is not sufficient to meet the needs of the people, and a good social order is also essential.
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