Anne McLellan's view

• A. Youth are developing and can change; they should contribute ideas; crime is a shared responsibility
• B. Youth should face adult penalties
• C. Youth should be excluded from policy discussions
• D. Youth should be punished with maximum penalties

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is who should shape policies that affect young people and how much say youth should have in those decisions. Anne McLellan argued that policy discussions about youth crime are the realm of experienced adults and officials who are accountable for public safety and the rule of law. In this view, policy-making is best handled by those with the training, evidence, and responsibilities that come with governing, while youth participation is appropriate in other supportive or advisory ways but not as the people drafting or deciding major policies. This emphasis on adult-led policy ensures consistency, accountability, and long-term considerations in how youth-related issues are addressed. The idea of youth being excluded from policy discussions aligns with that stance, whereas options calling for youth to be included in policy drafting or those advocating harsher penalties reflect different approaches that don’t match this particular viewpoint.