Which of the following best expresses Abbate's view about concern for civilian lives in military conflicts?
A) The concern is misplaced because a military's only concern should be defending the people of its country.
B) The concern is justified, but given the U.S. military's current policies and values, neither soldiers nor commanders should abide by Walzer's principle of risk.
C) The concern is misplaced because it fails to distinguish between protected and unprotected civilians.
D) The concern is justified, and so the U.S. military should adopt Walzer's principle of risk.

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Abbate believes that while concern for civilian lives is justified, the current policies and values of the U.S. military do not align with Walzer's principle of risk, and thus soldiers and commanders should not be expected to adhere to it.

Which of the Following Best Expresses Abbate's View About Concern