Adam Published His Personal Opinion About the Current Condition of Politics

Adam published his personal opinion about the current condition of politics stating, "Though the government is unable to fulfill the demands of the public, they demand votes; they really are beggars on streets." Can politicians sue him for defamation under Tort?

A) No, because as a general rule the material in a newspaper is totally exempted.
B) Yes, because defamation in a newspaper is always a tort.
C) Yes, because Adams wrote even though he doesn't have the authority.
D) No, because statements of pure opinion do not amount to defamation.