Read the following excerpt from the speech:

We have suffered a setback in our quest to rid the state of nuclear power plants. There is not a good way to say it otherwise. We have learned about our struggle through this defeat. We simply need to put our money where our mouths are. We have the numbers, but we do not have the energy. We need to press forward like our lives depend on it. Because they do.

What is the most likely effect of ending the speech this way?
A. The audience will be inspired to continue to fight against the power plant.
B. The audience will decide to donate money toward nuclear research.
C. The audience will realize that nuclear power is here to stay.
D. The audience will view the defeat as a negative experience.